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The holiday season in Historic Downtown McKinney has long been marked by twinkling lights, festive storefronts, and a beloved local tradition: McKinney Repertory Theatre’s (MRT) annual production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. This December, MRT celebrates its...
Burnout, anxiety, and depression can feel a lot alike, and many working moms and military spouses experience more than one at the same time. The simplest way to tell them apart is to notice what's driving the exhaustion. Burnout usually comes from carrying too much...
When couples come to therapy or coaching, they often report that they are fighting about money, communication, parenting, intimacy, or household chores. While those logistical stressors are entirely real, they rarely represent the deepest problem in the room. Beneath...
Most business owners think about year-end bookkeeping in January, when the tax preparer asks for documents and everything feels urgent. But the best time to get ready is right now, while there is still time to fix things and make thoughtful decisions. A little...
5 week Beginning and Continuing Watercolor Class Tuesday, October 27 – December 1 (No class on November 24) 1:30-3pm Upstairs in the Madison room In this five week course you […]
5 week Beginning and Continuing Watercolor Class Tuesday, October 27 – December 1 (No class on November 24) 5:30 – 7 pm In this five week course you will learn […]
Nature story times at the Heard are designed primarily for young children and will introduce a different nature-themed book each week. During most of the story times, a puppet, live […]
Kids 6 Week Drawing Fridays 4:30-5:30 10/30-12/18 (no class Thanksgiving week and December 4) Students delve into the world of specific techniques with demonstrations, hands-on learning, and honing their skill […]
Tony Stride, a celebrated North Texas jazz pianist and bandleader known for his live shows blending classic jazz with engaging, interactive performances
You’re invited to an Appreciation Evening! Friday, November 13 at 6:00 pm at Sam’s Rug Corner, 213 N Kentucky St, Downtown McKinney. House of Motifs is hosting a free evening […]
Singe Pottery Wheel Class for Adults Experience an evening of creativity and relaxation with our Sip & Throw Pottery Nights, your go-to destination for an unforgettable adult pottery class. Perfect […]
Single Watercolor Workshops with Beth Matlock Saturdays 10am – 1pm November – December Join watercolorist Beth Matlock for a fun art program just for you – all materials included. November […]
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The holiday season in Historic Downtown McKinney has long been marked by twinkling lights, festive storefronts, and a beloved local tradition: McKinney Repertory Theatre’s (MRT) annual production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. This December, MRT celebrates its...
Burnout, anxiety, and depression can feel a lot alike, and many working moms and military spouses experience more than one at the same time. The simplest way to tell them apart is to notice what's driving the exhaustion. Burnout usually comes from carrying too much...
Many couples don’t struggle from a lack of love. They struggle from a lack of understanding. Discover why empathy is one of the most important skills in healthy relationships and how learning to see things from your partner’s perspective can improve communication, reduce conflict, and create deeper connection.
Most business owners think about year-end bookkeeping in January, when the tax preparer asks for documents and everything feels urgent. But the best time to get ready is right now, while there is still time to fix things and make thoughtful decisions. A little...
Payroll tends to fade into the background once it's running. Paychecks go out and deposits are made. Then a notice arrives from a state agency, a new hire asks why their withholding looks different, or someone mentions they've moved, and you start to wonder whether...
By Nathan Kalitta This November, a project that will revitalize downtown McKinney streets Tennessee, Lamar and Hunt is headed our way. The plan of the project includes reconstructing the streets by tearing up and laying new concrete, adding a brand new water and...
