The Front Porch

August 2025

Hey Neighbor!

It's hard to believe that school is starting soon. Some are starting on August 7th and others on August 12th. It will be a very busy time. Don't forget the Tax Free Weekend is coming up, too.

Here's a warning about school - First Day for Lovejoy ISD and Wylie ISD is August 7th. Allen ISD, McKinney ISD and Plano ISD return on August 12th!

Tax Free Weekend is August 8 - 10. A great time for Back to School Shopping. Here's a list of tax free items.

Also, look who is coming to the CUTX Event Center in Sept!

Warmly,

Linda Munson

lmunson@housewarmersusa.com

Call/text 214.642.4301

Don't miss out.....load the whole newsletter until you see "The End"!

Allen Public Library is open in its temporary location: the former Rountree Elementary School on Main St. Drop in to get your library card! Hopefully moving to the renovated building in September.

'Like' Housewarmers of Allen on Facebook to stay connected or bookmark www.Housewarmersallen.com for quick access to local businesses and information.

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Multilingual staff! English, Spanish, Korean, and Farsi.

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Local Resources

City of Allen Bark Yard - off-leash dog park.

Get a Library card

Collin County Rides for seniors & residents with disabilities

Silver Eagles - 55+ Make friends and assist the school district

Join the Senior Center (60+)

Senior Trash Discount Applications - 65+ Allen residents, Fairview

Residential waste disposal for Allen, Fairview, Parker, Lucas

Household Hazardous Waste disposal

FEMA Bad Weather Guides

Parker Home Watch - go on vacation and have your home watched by the Parker police

Lucas Seed Library - share seeds for/from your garden

Allen Seed Library - new to the Allen Library! Stop in and enjoy!

Allen trails: Map

City of Allen Water Conservation - Find My Watering Day

City of Lucas - Find My Watering Day

Project HOME - register endangered residents

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Allen, TX

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Cook DFW Roofing & Restoration

Not everything you hear about roofing is true. Our owner, Daniel Cook is here to clear the air and bust some of the most common roofing myths homeowners may encounter. Still have questions? Give them a call today and don't let misinformation cost you in the long run! (469) 642-0057

Having a dependable, local roofer you can count on makes a big difference when North Texas weather acts up—and Cook DFW is proud to be here for our community with top-notch repairs and replacements.

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122 Prairie Rd

Fairview, TX 75069

Hours 8:30-5 M-F

(469) 817-5931

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Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline

The sense of hearing is essential for our brain’s processing of sound, playing a significant role in cognitive function. When we perceive a sound, our ears transmit it to the brain, which then activates neurons, initiating a response. Click below for proactive steps.

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Salience Health – Prioritizing Mental Health in Allen

What Parents Should Know About Mental Health This Back-to-School Season

Back-to-school season isn’t just about new backpacks and getting back into routines. It’s one of the most important times to check in on your family’s overall health, including mental and emotional well-being.

As students shift from summer to structure, both students and parents face new pressures. These changes can impact mood, focus, and mental health; yet often go unnoticed.

This year, Salience Health is encouraging families to approach back-to-school not just as a logistical transition, but as a chance to reset and support whole health for the whole family.

For Students: Metal Health is part of school readiness!

What to watch for and what to do, click here!

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Because sometimes, medication alone isn’t enough.

Conveniently located in Watters Creek

1050 Central Expy, S.

STE 1200

Allen, TX 75013

Ph (972) 954-5728

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Helping your child set goals

Learn tips to help kids create SMART goals they can stick to!

Goals can be a great tool to give children a sense of purpose and independence. They can also teach them to persevere and problem solve – and that can make them feel more capable and successful.

But what kind of goals are best for kids? And how do you help a child stick to them?

Sara Loftin, LPC-S, RPT-S, Clinical Therapist at Children's Health℠, gives examples of how to use the SMART goal method to shape goals that help your child focus on what matters most to them.

What is a SMART goal?

The SMART framework is an effective, research-based method for goal setting. SMART goals are:

S = specific
M = measurable
A = achievable
R = relevant
T = time-bound

Making a SMART goal achievable

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Local August Activities

LIFE in Allen - local activities/classes - Summer classes

Allen Library is now open at Rountree Elementary 800 E. Main St!

Lucas Alerts - text LUCAS to 88877

Allen Community Lions Club - join us in serving and making our community strong

Beta Sigma Phi - women's social & service group - For the best friends of your life

McKinney Farmers Market - Chestnut Square - Every Saturday 8 am - 12 pm

Allen Arts Alliance - classes for kids

Fiber Friends of Allen - a local group of handcraft enthusiasts - meets up on Thursday morning & evening to work on individual projects in a social setting. Join the group on FB for location & times.

Allen Contemporary Theater - Sense & Sensibility Aug 15 - 21

RoughRiders baseball Schedule

AISD school Calendar

AISD New Families

Allen Community Ice Rink Open Skate schedule for summer

Weekly Summer camps

1 - RoughRiders Baseball - 7:05 pm - Riders Football Jersey Give Away

2 & 3- CUTX gun show

3 - North Dallas Toy Show - 9 am - Courtyard by Marriott 210 E. Stacy Rd

Concert by the Creek - Watters Creek 8 pm

6 - Wednesday Night Trivia - Brass Tap 7 pm

7 - First day of School: Lovejoy ISD, Wylie ISD, McKinney ISD

AISD meet the teacher (Early Childhood Center thru Middle School)

8 - End of Summer Bash - Ford Pool - 5 pm - 7 pm

Fan Fest - Allen Escadrille Band - Watters Creek - 7 pm

8 - 11 - Tax Free Weekend

9 - Lone Star Mercantile 8th Birthday Celebration 10 am - 7 pm

11 - Skate into the School Year - The Edge - 7 pm - Bring your own skates

12 - First Day of School: Allen ISD & Plano ISD

13 - Wednesday Night Trivia - Brass Tap 7 pm

15 - Costco Allen Opens up! It's going to be great!

Friday Night Karaoke - Brass Tap 9 pm

15 -21 - Allen Contemporary Theater - Sense & Sensibility - Weekends

16- Pass & Play Expo at Terrell Rec Center 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

23 - Lucas Farmers Market- Back to School Celebration - 8 am - 12 pm

Clear the Shelter - No Adoption Fees @ Allen Animal Shelter -10 am - 5 pm

24 - Back to School Market - Armor Brewing Co. 12 pm - 5 pm

30 - Concert by the Creek - Watters Creek 8 pm

September

1 - Labor Day

5 - Brantley Gilbert - The Tattoos Tour! CUTX Event Center

13 - Guns & Hoses Boxing Tournament

18 - 21 - Plano Balloon Festival

19 - 21 - Collin County Home & Garden Show

20 - Allen Public Safety Recovery Fund Car Show

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It's Never Too Early to Check Your Child's Vision

Set your child up for success this school year by making their eye health a priority! A clear, comfortable view of the board and the books can make all the difference in the classroom and beyond. At AllenEYE.com, we offer comprehensive pediatric eye exams to catch any vision changes early. Plus, if you’re concerned about your child’s nearsightedness, our advanced myopia management options can help slow progression and protect their eyesight for years to come.

Appointments fill up quickly this time of year, so book now to secure your preferred time. Call or text us at (972) 727-6262 to book. Let’s make sure your child’s vision is ready for a bright, successful school year!

Now accepting donations of previously used prescription glasses to bless those in need with the gift of sight. Drop your donations at the front desk. Allen Community Lions Club will pick them up.

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Allen Police Youth Boxing Gym

Congratulations to everyone at the Allen Police Boxing Gym!

Anton Proskurnin kicked things off with a dominant debut, securing the first official win in APBG history. Congratulations on a performance that sets the standard for our team.

Justin Williams followed with a hard-fought battle, narrowly missing the win in a split decision. His grit and sportsmanship represent exactly what APBG is all about.

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Where OUR water comes from!

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) provides vital water, wastewater and waste management services to more than a million people who call North Texas their home.

Click here for NTMWD website (educational materials)

Click here for Water Conservation Information

Click here for Water My Yard Information and Downloadable App

(weekly watering recommendation based on current weather situation)

Click here for Bois D'Arc Lake Dedication