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Gavin DeGraw Concert

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This is straight from Dr. Buchanan’s website www.smilesforhabitat.com

Event Info
2010 Smiles for Habitat
“Build a Home, Create a Smile”

When: Sunday May 30th 5:00-10:10 pm

Where: 6595 W. Virginia Pkwy, McKinney TX 75071
Located in McKinney’s Adriatica, a European style planned development, behind the offices of Dr. Jennifer Buchanan near intersection of Virginia Pkwy and Stonebridge Rd.

Weather: Smiles for Habitat is a rain or shine event. In the event of rain, bring an umbrella and support our vendors and our charity!

Cash or Credit Card: Cash, VISA, and Mastercard will be accepted!
See Admission/Tickets information.

Admission/Tickets
Admission to the concert and festival is free, but this is a charity
event raising money for Habitat for Humanity through several avenues so please plan to help us out:
T-shirts, raffle tickets, and concession tickets will be sold in the “Main Tent” located near the vendor and concession tents.
Cash, VISA, and Mastercard will be accepted!


Concert Lineup: Emcee Johnny B. of 97.5 KLAK
National Anthem
Memorial Day tribute to veterans including flyover by WWII era airplanes, weather permitting
Opening Band: Tommy Katona
Presentation by Dr. Jennifer Buchanan, Simpson Strong Tie and Habitat for Humanity to Tracy Sawyer
First round of raffle ticket drawings announced on stage
Second Band: The Maylee Thomas Band
High School recognitions
Second round of raffle ticket drawings
Headlining Act: Gavin DeGraw
Third and final round of raffle ticket drawings
Fireworks!
Festival Lineup: Games 2U
Video game truck
Hamster balls
Jump-N-Land
bounce house
obstacle course
rock climbing wall
Sugar and Spice Girly Girl Parties
Air brush tattoos

Raffle Items: Raffle Tickets are on sale before the concert at Dr. Jennifer Buchanan’s office located at 6595 W. Virginia Pkwy, McKinney 75071. Raffle Tickets will also be sold during the concert and festival.

Raffle Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $20

Raffle items will be announced on stage throughout the night. Winners need not be present to win.

Raffle Items
Jonas Brothers autographed book and T-shirt
Sugarland autographed guitar
Darius Rucker autographed guitar
Darius Rucker autographed CD
Gavin DeGraw autographed CD
John Mayer tickets – 2 tickets to September 4th concert at Superpages.com Center
Brittany Lang (LPGA) autographed CD
Rascal Flatts autographed CD
Jeff Gordon autographed die cast car
Kindle
iPod Touch
$25 iTunes gift card
… and more!

Seating: All seating is outdoor on a first come, first serve basis. Blankets, lawn chairs, cushions may be brought in but standing is also allowed so be polite to patrons in your vicinity. We want everyone to enjoy the concert and festival so be kind, share your space, and get to know those sitting around you. You can help put the “friendly” in this community and family friendly event.

Do’s and Don’ts:
In the interest of public safety, patrons will not be allowed to enter the concert premises with any of the following: coolers, picnic baskets, food, drinks, contraband, weapons, skateboards, roller blades, scooters, bikes, laser pointers, Frisbees, and professional camera equipment. “Professional camera equipment” is defined as any camera with a detachable lens.

As lovable as they are, please do not bring pets!

Event photographers will be capturing the event with still photos and video. By entering the concert and festival premises you automatically give permission to Smiles for Habitat to use any photographs/videos of you at the event in future publications and advertising.

Blankets, cushions, and lawn chairs are allowed. Please use common courtesy when sharing your space with these items. Please realize some patrons may choose to stand during portions of the concert.
Personal audio and video recorders will be allowed in the festival area, however, our entertainment contracts disallow audio and video recording within the designated concert zones. Unauthorized sales, solicitations, and distributions are prohibited during the concert and festival. The backstage area is off-limits to the public. Persons entering the site may be subject to search for any prohibited items. Smiles for Habitat reserves the right to refuse admission to or remove any person violating the outdoor venue, concert and festival equipment, local, state or federal laws or whose conduct is deemed illegal, disorderly, or offensive by management.

Lost and Found/Lost Child:
Children who get separated from their family will be brought to
the “Main Tent” near concession tents. Items that become separated from their owners will also be brought to this tent and can be collected anytime up until the end of the concert and festival. Afterwards, lost and found items will be kept at Dr. Jennifer Buchanan’s office. Please call her office at 972-542-4412 during normal business hours to claim lost and found items.


Event Map: coming soon!
 

Parking: Parking will be located in Adriatica using the entrance from Stonebridge Dr. Parking attendants will be available to guide traffic. Nearby parking is also available in the Albertson’s parking lot across the street on the NW corner of Stonebridge Dr. and Virginia Pkwy.

Satellite parking will also be available at the following locations with trolley service to/from the concert site from 4:00 – 11:00pm.



Contact Us: smilesforhabitat@gmail.com
Dr. Jennifer Buchanan
6595 W. Virginia Pkwy. Suite 100
McKinney, TX 75071
972-542-4412

Vendors/ Concessionaires:
Please support our vendors who will be donating a portion of
their proceeds to Smiles for Habitat and Habitat for Humanity.

Dodie’s Place Sports Grill
Starbuck’s
Chili’s of McKinney
Mrs. Piggy’s Cotton Candy
Mom’s Funnel Cakes
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
Conway Corndogs
MealTime Market

Vendor space is full for 2010. If you are a vendor interested in participating in future events, please contact us at smilesforhabitat@gmail.com.


Volunteering: Interested in volunteering either before, during, or after the Smiles for Habitat Concert and Family Festival? Volunteers are needed both Saturday May 29th and Sunday May 30th. Please go to the link below to sign up!

Bret Michaels Stroke

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Can I just say how much I love Bret Michaels!?!?  I have to be honest, though.  Before The Celebrity Apprentice aired, I had never even heard of Bret Michaels.  My friends watched Rock of Love and would talk about how gorgeous they thought he was, but I didn’t know one thing about him.

I started watching The Celebrity Apprentice and quickly fell in love with Bret!  His long, shiny blonde hair and his piercing eyes definitely draw me in to him.  Quickly I realized that his is the “sweet bad boy.”  He wears the rocker image, but you can tell what a great heart he has and how passionate he is about life and his charity, as he tries to raise money for diabetes research.

It was devastating to hear that Bret suffered a hemorrhage in the brain a couple of weeks ago, but he seemed to be making a quick recovery, even planning to go back on the road.  Now, Bret has suffered a warning stroke, according to his doctors.  As his fans can all attest, we know he will make a full recovery from this as well.  Nothing can keep Bret down!

With the season finale of The Celebrity Apprentice airing LIVE this Sunday, we all hope that Bret will be able to attend.  Clearly he wants to be there, but his doctors are fighting him on this issue.  Holly Peete Robinson has done a great job, and her charity for autism is definitely well deserving of the money, how can we not pull for Bret to win this one?   My pick and my money is going to Bret to win The Celebrity Apprentice, and not because of his health set backs, but because of his drive, his creativity, and his passion.

Bret…we all wish you well and will continue supporting you as you make a full recovery!  Your fans at Top Trendsetter are glad you are continuing to sport your famous bandanas and sport your own style…nothing gets in your way!

Miss USA Top 10 – Evening Gowns

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As I watched the evening gown competition for the Miss USA 2010 competition I couldn’t help but get my feelings out on each of the contestants:

Miss Tennessee:  She is an all around perfect contestant and has won me over for my 1st choice!

Miss Maine:  She is completely out of her element.  I honestly don’t know how she made it into the top 10.  She clearly has no confidence.

Miss Alabama: Her pictures are all gorgeous, but her hair has ruined her chances of winning tonight.  She needs to keep her hair straight…it’s much more becoming on her!

Miss Michigan: She is trying too hard in this competition.  She gets great scores, but poor thing tripped in her evening gown!

Miss Oklahoma: She has a personality that seems “real.”  I bet she has a lot of followers.  Her dress was just ok in my opinion.  Joan and Melissa loved it, but I thought it looked too old for her age.  Am I starting to sound like the judges on American Idol?  Dress your age!

Miss Missouri: Her dress was just plain AWFUL!  There is NO way around it!  It was all chiffon, but from top to bottom it was a COMPLETE MESS!  I loved the bottom bright yellow and it looked great against her skin color.  The top did NOTHING for her and was in discord from the bottom of the dress.  Get a stylist!

Miss California:  Looks great, but her dress seemed a little too tight.  Maybe she had too much to eat at the Miss USA pajama brunch?  No, seriously, though, she is still a top contestant.

Miss Virginia:  A bun in your hair?  Are you 80?  It didn’t look elegant, which is what I bet she was going for…it just looked old!

Miss Colorado:  She looked very sophisticated and elegant.  The pony tail in her hair helped contribute to her sophisticated look.

And now for the top 5……are my opinions in line with the judges????

Miss USA Pageant 2010

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So I am sitting here watching Miss USA 2010, wishing I was in Las Vegas at Planet Hollywood Hotel & Casino for the Miss USA 2010 Pageant.  I love watching the introduction of the contestants and picking my favorites.  The first girl to catch my eye was Miss California, Nicole Michele Johnson.  Besides her obvious beauty, she has confidence and poise.  In my ranking of my top 5 girls she is definitely number 1.  A close second is Miss Tennessee, Tucker Perry. 

I must say, though, I was distracted from the competition when Joan & Melissa Rivers appeared giving their opinions of the girls and their opinions of what the show was going to be like.  They were introduced as “fashion icons.”  Really???  How old is Joan Rivers?  And her daughter Melissa?  She only appears on shows as a “fashion icon & expert” because of her mom.  There are MUCH better people out there to comment on the fashion aspect of the show. 

As I continued watching, I became even more appalled at the way Joan was talking.  The Miss USA pageant is a competition that so many young girls watch and they dream about becoming Miss USA.  I know I did…if only I had longer legs!  I would be appalled if I had a daughter watching this show.  Joan’s language is NOT appropriate for Miss USA.  Here is a direct quote from Joan:  Did you know that they wanted me to literally be in the swimsuit competition?  But “all the men in the audience would have gone home and fantasized about having sex with their own wives.”  Does anyone really think that is funny?  Is that setting an example for all the young kids out there watching the show?   Donald Trump made an example of Carrie Prejean, which I thought was very respectable.  From watching the Celebrity Apprentice, I know he is a fan of Joan Rivers, but seriously?  Maybe it’s time for her to retire from this business.  She only reaches audiences of a certain age! 

On another note…Curtis Stone.  I personally love Curtis Stone and was so excited to see him host the show tonight.  But, does anyone think it’s strange that an Aussie is hosting Miss USA?  It doesn’t bother me at all, but I thought it was a bit ironic.  Mr. Trump…can we take this to mean that Curtis wins the Celebrity Apprentice, or is it all a big coincidence?

All in all I am still excited to watch the show and see what happens.  My 2 favs have just made it into the top 10…I always pick the winners!  We’ll have to wait and see what happens next…stay tuned!

Girls Getaway Weekend in Dallas!

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If you’re looking for a Girls Getaway this weekend, without emptying your wallets, Dallas is the place to be.  Start off at F.I.G. (Fashion Industry Gallery) at The Warehouse Sale, where everything you will find there is up to 80% off retail prices.  You will find denim galore from all your favorite designers including 7 for all Mankind, True Religion, Citizens of Humanity, and more.  Sizes start at 23 (equivalent to a size 0) and go up through 32 (size 12-14).  Not into designer denim?  Not a problem…The Warehouse Sale is also stocked with dresses and tops, many from BCBG.  To receive VIP treatment, you must RSVP for the event, which will grant you FREE admission, and at the door, tell them that Top Trendsetter sent you.  Along with your RSVP you may invite up to two guests.  Otherwise, you can pay $5 at the door.  The Warehouse Sale also carries men’s fashions, so be sure to pick up something for that special guy in your life.  Guys like surprises too!  The Warehouse Sale is only in Dallas on Friday, April 9 from noon-8 p.m. and Saturday, April 10 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.  RSVP at TheWarehouseSale.com.

Once you have your outfits picked out, head over to the Dallas Galleria for Beauty Live.  During this 3 day event, you will experience make up tips and fashion advice from some of the top professionals in the industry.  Be sure to get a make over from these celebrity experts before you leave.  I told you you wouldn’t have to empty your wallet…all events are FREE to attend.  Beauty Live runs from April 9 – April 11.

With your new wardrobe and your new look, you will be the talk of the town as you top off the night in downtown Dallas with your girlfriends.  No matter what hot spot you choose (and you can go anywhere with all the money you saved!), you will be sure to have a rockin’ time.

Trendy Salon of the Month

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Autumn beautyThe other day I ventured to Jump Jive & Wail Salon, in Frisco, TX.  I decided it was time for a fun, summery hair style, and having been to the salon once before, I knew they could handle the task of my picky taste.  Stephanie was my stylist and she was cute, trendy, sweet, and fun.  She asked me what I was looking for in my “new ‘do” and then offered me a drink…not just water or a soft drink, but beer and wine are on the table at this trendy salon!  (They sure know how to pamper a girl after a long day of work!)  My highlights, lowlights, cut, & style took just short of three hours, although it didn’t seem near that long.  I had my fair share of magazines to choose from, great conversation with everyone in the salon, and simply the joy of taking time for myself to relax and pamper.

Finally it was time for the big reveal.  Normally when I leave a salon, I have to wait until I get home to decide if I like what was done.  I looked in the mirror and new immediately!  Stephanie blended the colors perfectly and the tint of color was a 100% match for my hair.  The change to my color and cut is subtle, yet noticeable, which is what I was looking for.  I have received many compliments from family & friends, people in the mall, at work, etc.  I will definitely head back over to Jump Jive & Wail in the future and recommend Stephanie to my friends and family.

With the pink salon chairs, original brick walls, 50’s décor, and trendy staff, Jump Jive & Wail definitely gets my vote as “Top Trendsetter’s Trendy Salon of the Month.”

-Megan

The Life of a Fashion Designer by: Brian Gulash

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fashiondesignerAn Article from Chicago Fashion Magazine

Forget what you know about the glamour, the clothes, and the sexy image. It takes a lot more than that to spit out the next Calvin Klein.

Take a look around, they are the people waiting your table at Café Luxe, and serving your morning coffee; they are what some have termed as “struggling artists” or FFDA (future fashion designers of America). Thanks to shows like, “The Cut” and “Project Runway,” we have seen an in-depth look at the competition, and the hard production challenges FFDA’s endure, but there’s a lot more to it than that.

First there’s the education: did you know there are several degrees in fashion, ranging from merchandising, marketing, design, production, and many more in between. There’s also varying levels of said studies from a certificate to a master’s degree. Now comes the question, “Which school?” and “How do I get in?”

There are hundreds of colleges that are devoted to the arts in the US alone, and now there are traditional universities that have tailored their curriculum to include the study of fashion. Many of these schools have an easy admissions process; others require a semi-professional portfolio before they will even consider you for entry. Once you’ve chosen a school and become admitted, the next question to arise is, “How are you going to pay for it?”

One would think a degree in fashion couldn’t be that expensive. Sure, if you’re studying to be a doctor or a lawyer, you could be paying up to $175,000 for an education. But a fashion degree? Well, here’s the scoop; the average cost for a degree in fashion is around $37,000, and the price could go up to the hundred thousands. Of course, it depends on the school and type of degree you’re pursuing, but you get the picture.

Besides education, a FFDA must find an internship, and try to make it in the industry, which isn’t easy. No matter how talented you are, in the end, it usually comes down to who you know. So, the next time you are flipping through the latest Vogue and you see Stella McCartney sipping champagne with Naomi Campbell, just think to yourself; it takes a lot to become that glamorous. Stay with me, when next time I sit down with a real life Chicago FFDA, and give you the inside scoop on her outlook.

Trendy Tips from Top Trendsetter

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TrendystylesYou read about them in the magazines and you see them on TV.  You love the new trends, but you just don’t know where to start.  Many of you may have your own fashion sense and ideas…more power to you!  Not everyone, though, has the inherent ability to make trendy statements, and that’s ok.  Here are some surefire ways to make sure you stay trendy, no matter what your style…

Think about your favorite TV show or movie and the styles the actors/actresses portray in those shows.  Go online and find pictures of styles you like.  Then, look in your closet or take a trip to the mall and transform that style into your own.  More than likely you aren’t strictly a Serena Van Der Woodsen or a Blair Waldorf.  Take your favorite style elements from both and add your own flare.

On a budget?  Look in your closet and mix and match items you already have.  Take a pair of pants, leggings, shorts (you get the idea) and pair them with a solid colored shirt.  Accessorize with bright, colorful shoes & jewelry.  In a matter of minutes, you have a new outfit and you haven’t spent a dime.   Being trendy does not mean dishing out a lot of moolah.  Trendiness is all about being confident in yourself, your style, and your attitude.

Use your resources and don’t be afraid to go out on a limb.  If you are unsure about a style you put together, ask your friends.  They’ll be honest with you.  If the style doesn’t work, no big deal…add an accessory, change the shirt, add a belt…just try different combinations.  Most importantly, make sure you are trying a trend/style that fits your personality and body type.

No matter what, you should exude confidence in yourself, your style, and your attitude.  Once you have accomplished this, then and only then will you be a Top Trendsetter.  It’s all about YOU.

Texas’ Next Top Designer

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JennaandBrittanyOn May 21, Texas’ Next Top Designer held a gala at LFT in Victory Park to introduce the top 10 finalists and announce the 2009 winner.  Sew Sister, designed by Austin’s Megan Summerville, was announced as the winner and received a prize package worth $40,000 for her lingerie line.

While the night was all about the designers’ designs and the models, Top Trendsetter found two diamonds in the rough, who we are sure will be up and coming designers in the years to come.  Jenna Cruciani, in a purple BCBG ruffle dress, and Brittany Kile, in blue mini with a Betsey Johnson pump, are seniors in the Dallas area who are both enrolled in FIDM San Diego for fashion design.  In talking to these girls, they have an eye and a passion for fashion.  Jenna’s style is more classic, while Brittany likes to add a little funk with her shoes and accessories.  Keep their names in your little black book, as they are sure to design some big hits soon!

Here are Top Trendsetter’s picks for the night in various categories:
Vintage: House of Dang by Doug Voisin & Andrew Bayer
Classic:  Ann Hoang by Ann Hoang           
Kids:      Sadie loves Kiki by Trish Hurless
 Simple & Sophisticated:  Ross Bennett by Ross Bennett
Accessories:  eddiejo jewelry by Eddie Nelson Barrett

Mattito’s Tex-Mex: Dallas and Frisco

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buffetFabulous food and enticing atmosphere is now open near you.

Mattito’s is an amazing Tex-Mex cuisine that is built off family recipes two generations old.  This Mexican restaurant has everything and more than you could ask for. . . mouth watering food, vibrant atmosphere, catering, banquet rooms, and yes, their famous Champagne Sunday brunch.  Mattito’s has won numerous awards including “Top Ten Tequila Bars in the United States,” “Dallas’ Best Sunday Brunch,” and “Dallas’ Best Tex-Mex.”  Patio seating is a big attraction to many devoted customers who love the fun embellishments and mind pleasing fountains.  A little secret for an appetizer to get your taste buds going, order the Bob Armstrong Queso which is not on the menu.  Please don’t wait and miss out on this extraordinary dining experience.

*Sunday Brunch now served at both locations, 10:00am to 2:00pm, all you can eat and bottomless Champagne and Mimosas $16.99 for adults and $6.99 kids 12 and under

www.mattitos.com

McKinney, TX: Little Big Town will headline Smiles for Habitat Festival

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littlebigtownANNUAL FREE CONCERT AND FESTIVAL“Smiles for Habitat”Sunday May 24th, 5-10 pm benefiting Habitat for Humanity A FREE family concert will be held in McKinney’s Adriatica featuring the Maylee Thomas Band, Lone Star Attitude and headliner, country sensation Little Big Town and will conclude with a brilliant fireworks display.  Festival activities located near the concert will include rock climbing, bounce houses, face painting, obstacle courses and Games2U.  Miss Texas 2006 Shilah Phillips will kick off the festivities with a powerful rendition of the National Anthem.  The Smiles for Habitat concert and festival will celebrate months of hard work by hundreds of volunteers to make the dream of home ownership a reality for one McKinney family.   There will be many vendors including Mama Emilia’s restaurant with concessions for sale.