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Thankful NOVEMBER IS A FAVORITE MONTH FOR MANY OF US. Fall has come and brought with it, the changes of the season. Leaves changing color, a brisk coolness to the air, and Thanksgiving, a holiday which not only brings families together but makes us truly stop for a moment and remember what all we should be thankful for.

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GOOD TIMES

10th Annual Burress Injury Law Family Picnic Benefitting ManeGait Therapeutic Horsemanship Each year Burress Injury Law funds this event and matches all guests' donations at least dollar for dollar. The whole community was invited to this picnic to enjoy an afternoon of family fun, Local Yocal burgers, and great live music by Kevin Fowler & Austin Cunningham! The Burress Injury Law Picnic surpassed their goal by raising $110,600.00 for ManeGait!

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Celebrate Prosper and Proper in the Park! This fun, town hosted event featured live blues and jazz bands at the setting of beautiful Frontier Park. Everyone enjoyed hot dogs and refreshments provided by community partners.

Tee It Up for the Troops Tee It Up for the Troops was proud to host their first annual military fundraising event at Stonebridge Ranch Country Club! This event supported Tee it up for the Troops' outreach program, "REUNION," where combat veterans are reunited with comrades from the battlefield, as well as veterans who are burn victims served by our partner Sons of the Flag.

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Noticing the picture above, you will immediately see how much Christa Louthan enjoys volleyball. Having played a number of sports previously, including, gymnastics, soccer, softball, basketball, tennis, and track— oh, even horseback riding, she stuck with volleyball because she found the sport to be the least boring. She was introduced to volleyball in the 3rd grade, when all her friends started playing as well. She has played ever since and started club volleyball when 12 , continuing now through her Senior year at McKinney North HS. She has mainly played the position of middle, but recently, in school, has been transitioning to right side as well. She has earned the status of Academic All-

She says art is a really big part of her life, being basically

District for all three years that she has played on the Varsity team and has helped

her safe space where she can “totally let go of all of my

her team win three first place medals from club tournaments. She was inspired

stress and feelings and be truly free creatively speaking”.

by the skill and leadership of Ali Stumler, the current Kentucky outside hitter.

Music is also a really big part of that creative process.

She watched her play against UT in the National Championships this past year

Finally, another hobby is (attempting) to teach herself

and was in “total awe of her presence on the court and ability to lead her team”.

various instruments— so far the cello, ukulele, and piano. But she says she does it for fun and hasn’t mastered any.

Christa says her favorite subjects are history and physics and, while she likes reading and writing, finds English her least favorite subject. She hasn’t decided

Christa’s mom, Cheryl, also played volleyball as a youngster

on the college she will attend yet but plans to double major in Astrophysics

and her dad, Pat, was “relatively” successful as a runner

and Linguistics While she claims this has been called a a weird combo, they are

in track while also playing football and basketball. Her

the things about which she is most passionate. She shouldn’t have too much

older brother, Jake, is currently a sophomore at OU, and

problem getting into any university as she Is Valedictorian for her class, serves

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as Vice-president of the National Honor Society and already has 15 AP classes

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AROUND TOWN CORNERSTONE GALA, PUTS THE FUN IN FUNDRAISING! Come decked out in your best 80’s prom attire, big hair, and matching dyed shoes for an unforgettable evening. What would an 80’s prom be without cocktails, dinner, a DJ, Michael Jackson, and Prom King and Queen! Want to be crowned King or Queen? Watch our social media for details. For many, the highlight of the evening is the chance to win unique items at the live and silent auctions, including home specialty goods and services generously donated by area businesses and merchants. But what makes the evening truly special is knowing that the proceeds raised during our largest annual fundraising event will

VINTAGE MARKET DAYS OF MCKINNEY November 19-21, 2021! Vintage Market Days is an upscale vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market

benefit so many of our neighbors throughout the year. Saturday, November 6, 2021, Frisco Hall, 5353 Independence Pkwy, Frisco To purchase tickets: https://www.cornerstonenct.org/events

featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasurers, home decor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies and a little more. Myers Park & Event Center, 7117 Co Rd 166, McKinney.

VETERAN'S DAY CEREMONY Please join us to celebrate our Veteran's and Fallen Soldiers 10:00 AM - 11:00AM, November 11th at Caddo Office Reimagined, 6401 Eldorado Pkwy,

PROSPER LADIES IN LEADERSHIP MERRY MARKET

McKinney. We will have a full-color guard posting the colors, flag folding ceremony, special guest speakers

Come and Join us for a fun day of Holiday Shopping hosted by Prosper Ladies in Leadership and Prospers Chamber of Commerce. With more

PROSPER ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION

than 50 merchants to shop with, you're sure to find

The Prosper Arbor Day Celebration will take

lots of new, unique, and One-of-A-Kind gifts all

place Saurday, November 6th from 9:00 AM to

in one place to have you ready for all your festive

10:00 AM at Prosper Town Hall. The fun morning

events! SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2021 AT 10 AM

will include tree plantings with assistance from

– 3 PM, 3R's Ranch 1695 Coit Road, Prosper

Prosper Scouts. Parks and Recreation staff will provide instruction on proper tree planting tequniques

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THANKFUL THIS MONTH, WE CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING, A TIME TO REMIND OURSELVES OF THE BOUNTIFUL BLESSINGS WE HAVE IN OUR LIVES AND SHARE WITH THE LESS FORTUNATE.

HOLIDAY MARKETS + November 19-21, Vintage Market Days features original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasurers, home decor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies and a little more! 7117 County Road 166 McKinney, TX 75071 + ‘Neath the Wreath Holiday Gift Market is hosted by the Junior League of Collin County featuring over 130 merchants November 11 - 14. 777 Watters Creek Blvd., Allen, Texas 75013 + An incredible shopping opportunity on Saturday, November 6th with over 80 Artisans offering unique handcrafted items including jewelry, paintings, clothing, pottery, woodwork, gifts and more! 110 Saint Gabriel Way McKinney, TX 75071 + Prosper Ladies in Leadership 3rd Annual Merry Market! Clothing, jewelry, crafts, unique gifts, and more! Come shop! November 13th, 10AM to 3PM 1695 Coit Road, Prosper, Texas 75078 + Cornerstone is stocked with new and gently used donations from the community center and offers everything from furniture and housewares to name-brand clothing and accessories. 210 West Broadway Street, Prosper, Texas 75078 22

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CAFÉ CRAWL + McKinney Coffee Company sources all of our ingredients locally where possible, and make all of our menu items fresh each day. 1910 N Stonebridge Drive, McKinney, TX 75071 + Honeylu’s mission is to enrich the lives of people through their commitment to quality products, customer service, and community involvement though our local coffee shops. 1170 N Preston Road, #130, Prosper and 7910 Collin McKinney Parkway, McKinney + Patina Green Home and Market is a lifestyle market and farm-to-table restaurant, serving real food and offering curated collections in historic downtown McKinney. 116 N. Tennessee, Suite 102 McKinney, TX 75069 + Hugs Cafe Inc is a non-profit social enterprise dedicated to providing meaningful training and competitively-paid employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Great food! 224 E Virginia St Mckinney, TX 75069 + The Cotton Gin Cafe opened its doors in March 2001 but has recently been reno-

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THANKSGIVING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES + Volunteer McKinney's mission is connecting people to their passion through volunteering and supporting McKinney area nonprofits through training and collaboration. 119 W Virginia Street, Suite 202, McKinney, TX 75069 + DONATION DROP OFF HOURS: Wednesdays: 10AM - 3PM and Saturdays: 9AM - 10:30AM. Improving every life in our community by reducing hunger! 241 S McKinley Street, Prosper, TX 75078 + Community Lifeline Center's goal is to provide firm footing to those experiencing temporary crisis. Their needs may range from financial support to goods and services. 1601 N Waddill Street, #102, McKinney, TX 75069 + Please drop off your donations at their central location, The Olive Branch, to stock their twelve pantries! 2000 N McDonald Street, McKinney, TX 75069 + For the 6th straight year, The Samaritan Inn has received a 4-star rating from

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

DR. SUZANNE HALES, LPC, LMFT, EDD. JUNGIAN ANALYST IAAP

Helping the Healer, as Well as Others, Find Healing ARTICLE TOM BRIDGES PHOTOGRAPHY ALYSSA CARMAN AS WE HAVE ALL HEARD AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER, MEDICINE IS NOT AN EXACT SCIENCE. That is true of all fields of medicine, primarily because no one patient’s physical, psychological, or metabolic aspects are exactly the same. These differences can sometimes confuse or even mislead even the best of any medical specialty. And sometimes, when something goes wrong and the consequences are devastating to the patient, they can also be devastating to the medical professionals involved. There are very rare exceptions, but those in the practice of medicine can sometimes suffer severe consequences to their psyche due to such an event. Luckily, Dr. Suzanne Hales is available to help them through those very troubled and dark times. Dr. Hales believes that “silence is the enemy of mental health and the ability to feel safe is probably the single most important aspect of mental health” and that is exactly what she offers medical professionals. Whether due to a case that had gone inexplicably wrong, the multiple and significant changes recently affecting the medical world, the challenges the recent pandemic has created, or a combination of any of those, she states, “Physicians are in need of this healing more than ever”. Dr. Hales founded and owns Counseling and Consulting Associates of North Texas in McKinney, where the staff offers services provided by two psychiatrists, several licensed psychologists, and an expert group of counselors, social workers, and therapists. CCA also prides itself on a robust intern program that produces well-rounded 28

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Besides completing her doctorate in psychology and family systems, Dr. Hales trained at the C.G. Jung Institute in Zurich Switzerland becoming a diplomat of depth psychology and a Jungian Analyst. It was during this time where she began to understand the power of the unconscious mind, including the dream world.

Dr. Hales and her grandchildren McKenzie, Charlee Grace, Randall, and Landrie

and extensively trained licensed professional counselors. They offer a complete mental health clinic providing counseling, psychotherapy, and med management, and psychiatric care for children, adults, couples, and families. Upon meeting this very educated and talented healer, you notice her calm demeanor and warmth of personality. Maybe it is due to her 38 years of experience in treating mental health combined with a very spiritual nature that provides that presence. Regardless of the origins, one will find her a wonderful soul with whom you can find that “safe place”. Dr. Hales grew up in West Texas. It was there that she learned to love the healing capacity of nature including her love of horses, so yes, CCA includes both canine and equine therapy as she often takes clients on horseback for a retreat in the mountains of New Mexico and Oklahoma. CONTINUED >

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED) Dr. Suzanne Hales

Hales and her husband moved to McKinney in 1976 where she began the women’s athletic program. Within the first ten years of her coaching career, McKinney women were competing at the UIL state championship level of both basketball and track. It was during this time, as Hales was completing a doctorate in psychology and family systems that she became interested in the work of Carl Jung. It was in her early 30's she left the sports world, changed her tennis shoes to high heels doing the same thing, “helping people to believe in themselves and teaching tools to navigate the journey of life". She trained at the C.G. Jung Institute in Zurich Switzerland becoming a diplomat of depth psychology and a Jungian Analyst. It was during this time where she began to understand the power of the unconscious mind, which included the dream world. Believing in the importance of dreams, Dr. Hales said she had one three years ago that shook her deeply, enough to take her down a path that led to authoring a book on healing the healer. While she admits she is still “working with that dream”, the book seems very complete in combining, and sometimes revealing, her own experiences, learnings, and revelations about our soul and psyche. One of the tenets of Jung’s teachings is, in layman’s terms, the analyst benefits from their analysis of others. It seems Dr. Hales has truly benefitted tremendously from her 38 years in practice. Just entering her office and looking around, you will see some of the influences from which she has learned, such as those influenced by American heritage or other non-traditional forms of medicine— to the many volumes of books of knowledge on her extensive shelves. You will also note her two Ph.D. degrees, one in family therapy and one from her Swiss training in Jung Analysis. Dr. Hales is not only the Founder and Owner of CCA, but she also has opened the Crescent Moon Lodge and Retreat Center near the Texas-Oklahoma border. This facility was created to provide a unique place for fellow therapists and counselors to hold workshops, group sessions, and retreats. It is open to many organizations as well as serves the faculty. McKinney & Prosper Lifestyle will be providing a complete article about this facility early in 2022. Dr. Hales and her husband of 46 years, , still live a life involving horses and nature. After reading her book, or even just visiting with her, you sense just how powerful her skills have become with much of it from simply paying attention to nature. She grew up learning much from her surroundings and it seems those “grassroots” have served her well.

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Jeff Walker, Bryan Gibson, Steven Terry, and Matt Walker, owners of CT Provisions

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WALKING

THROUGH

THE

DOORS

Terry credits the staff for staying loyal during the

PROVISIONS, YOU EXPERIENCE THE AMBIANCE

challenges of a pandemic, opening a new restaurant,

OF 1930’S GLAM IN THE HEYDAY OF PROHIBITION.

changes in ownership, and kitchen leadership. CT has

A beautiful dining room adorned with velvet, copper, and

amazing talent from a tireless back-of-house crew, a

vintage décor as well as a bar and tables handcrafted

team of veteran servers, and creative bartenders. Terry

from reclaimed hardwood welcome the guests to stay

speaks of the excitement of bringing a new dining expe-

for a while. This culinary establishment is rooted in the

rience to McKinney. He feels they raised the bar when

chef-driven, local and sustainable menu with carefully

bringing in Executive Chef JP Mancha to elevate our

curated cocktails to match.

culinary experience.

When speaking with owner/general manager Steven

JP Mancha’s love of food began early in life, inspired

Terry, he states “this project has been a labor of love

by his time in the kitchen with his immediate family. He

since the start.” He co-designed and hand-built the

has worked for the past 10 years with many top names

space with current partners Jeff Taylor (proprietor), Matt

in downtown Dallas. He worked with Scott Gottlich

Walker (Bar Manager), and Bryan Gibson (proprietor),

(owner/chef) at Bijoux, which was nominated as one of

as well as former partner Manny Casas. The CT team

the top 10 restaurants in America. Mancha was classi-

is comprised of service industry veterans who came

cally trained at Cordon Bleu, worked with chef Andre

together organically in 2020 to develop and construct

Natera at the Village Kitchen in Highland Park, and

CT in the middle of a pandemic. While the initial crew of

notes time with chef Misty Norris in the opening of Small

CT involved many wonderful individuals, the remaining

Brew Pub in Oak Cliff.

owners are dedicated to facilitating growth and evolution on the corner of Louisiana St.

Mancha’s culinary vision for CT Provisions combines French and Spanish cuisines with a flair of New Orleans. CONTINUED >

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CT PROVISIONS COCKTAIL PARLOR & KITCHEN (CONTINUED)

The menu will change seasonally and on the last

something new and exciting in downtown McKinney

Tuesday of each month, CT has a special 5-course

with the people he knew helped him jump in. Jeff has

meal paired with custom cocktails. Mancha

been a hands-on owner, actively involved in CT and

enjoys the creative freedom of these dinners, as

even helping on the floor when needed.

they allow him to broaden the patron’s culinary and cocktail knowledge.

Bryan Gibson (owner), with a background in construction management, was a very important part of

When speaking with owner Matt Walker, he

the construction and renovations process of CT. Born

details the necessity of having an amazing bever-

and raised in McKinney, he has special ties to the

age to partner with the flavorful food. CT Provisions

area and is happy to be a part of something like CT.

elevates the world of cocktails by carefully crafting

Steven Terry (owner/general manager) has also

a drink that pairs with each item on the menu. Matt

been with CT since day one and brought 20 years

Walker is the bar manager/owner and creative

of restaurant design and management to the proj-

vision behind the bar at CT. He started his bartend-

ect. A transplant from Brooklyn two years ago,

ing career in his native Florida and then migrated

Terry migrated to McKinney in search of a new

to Dallas, working at many of the finer establish-

start. “I was hoping to bring some NY flair to the

ments in the area. He has been mixing drinks and

downtown McKinney restaurant scene. Although

cocktails for 20+ years and takes great pride in his

Terry’s background is rooted in the music indus-

bar staff. Walker states “we are rooted in the clas-

try, having been a multi-platinum recording and

sics but utilize fresh components to create a mod-

touring drummer for Ryan Adams, WhiskeyTown,

ern twist.” Conner Hargesheimer worked with Matt

and The Damnwells. “Touring the country exposed

at previous venues and is known for his creative

me to restaurants, bars, and clubs from coast to

mixtures and fast hands behind the bar. Giovanni

coast. In between tours, I came back to New York

and Juan round out the bar team, always bringing

and took side jobs bartending and running sound

a smile and creative cocktail that challenges and

at various venues.” During his 18 years in Brooklyn,

elevates the palate. These four will delight you with

he owned and operated both a music venue and

their adaptations of your favorite drink.

restaurant, Southpaw & Salem’s Hour.

Jeff Taylor (owner/proprietor) has been an avid

If you haven’t had the chance to visit this wonder-

supporter of the downtown McKinney restaurant

ful new addition to downtown McKinney, consider a

scene and McKinney resident for over 20 years.

visit. There is a chance that you will find one of the

During that time, he built relationships with many of

owners working the floor with staff to make this din-

the current partners/staff. When approached with the

ing establishment an experience like no other. Make

opportunity to create and own a restaurant, he cau-

your reservations online @ www.CTprovisions.

tiously joined the team. Taylor has had a background

com or call (469) 631-0707. Serving lunch Tuesday

in the oil and gas industry for the past forty years,

through Friday and dinner Tuesday through Saturday,

but he was ready to try something new. He initially

in addition to weekend brunch, this growing estab-

had concerns regarding his limited experience in

lishment will continue to challenge and escalate the

the restaurant industry, but his desire to take part in

palate of McKinney for years to come.

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celebration, large or small. Up to 150 people may be accommodated for hosting bridal or baby showers, birthday parties or quinceaneras, corporate events, rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremonies, receptions, and other events, all of which will be managed with great care. The historic building has aged well but has recently been SOMETIMES WHEN AN ESTABLISHED BUSINESS, KNOWN

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FOR EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE, IS TURNED OVER

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TO NEW OWNERS, THERE IS THAT QUESTION OF WHAT

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WILL THE NEW COMPANY BE LIKE? Question answered— the

staffed by TABC Certified bartenders.

new owners of Gather in Historic Downtown McKinney, Darrell

Darrell and Jill came together, forming a blended family of four

and Jill Barnes have the energy and drive to, minimally, keep the

adult children. Laci and Christian are 18 years old; Connor is 20,

high standards of the previous owner, Jennifer Klassen. In fact,

All three are continuing their education. Payton, the oldest at 22,

they attribute that ability to the wonderful time spent by Jennifer

lives and works in San Marcos. Christian is working at Gather to

to make sure the transition kept up the tradition of superb cus-

make it a true family business. The family is rounded out by their

tomer service she had established since Gather opened in 2011.

rescued Shih Tzu-mix puppy, Penny Lane.

Darrell is a Dallas-born Texan who ventured off for six years

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serving really tough duty with the US Navy in San Diego for two

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just get a venue, you get Darrell and Jill— They ARE Gather!

back home to Dallas and the heat it is known for. Initially, upon his return, he managed a few nightclubs, then spent 17 years at Texas Instruments. He worked in manufacturing for five years, during which time he met his future bride, Jill. Jill is originally from San Diego and moved to the McKinney area for its quality of life and better schools. She has 16 years of experience in photography and was very aware of Gather, since her office for Jilly Bean Photography is upstairs, next to Gather’s office. Once she heard Jennifer was selling, she said it was an easy decision for her to get Darrell excited about the new opportunity. Jill focuses on maternity, newborn, family, young kids, and HS senior photography. Together, the newlyweds are the perfect pair to continue the success of Gather as they both have the charisma and warm, yet

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"T hey st rive t o create a space where everyone is t reated wit h dignity, respect, and love while delivering high-quality medic al, wellness, and spiritual c are." Dr. Anna Rusk, Andrea Naff, Tiffany Lowery, Melissa Willmarth and Vicki Northcutt

“I HAVE BEEN TOLD SINCE I DO NOT

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HAVE INSURANCE, I COULD NOT BE

the next few years, this small group of like-

SERVED” STATED BETH, A PATIENT AT

minded individuals with big hearts formed

HOPE CLINIC IN MCKINNEY. Eventually,

a team of volunteers and partners to bring

a friend referred Beth to Hope Clinic

their mission of Hope and Healing to life.

and things began to change. She began

Hope Clinic began operations one day

receiving the medical care she desperately

a week at the Baptist Immigration Center

needed. The vision of Hope Clinic is to

in July 2017. By 2018, clinic operations

become the full-time medical home for over

expanded to 2 days. And in September 2019,

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dents each year in Collin County. They strive

tion, which is a dedicated, permanent clinic

to create a space where everyone is treated

space on E. Lamar. Hope Clinic is now in

with dignity, respect, and love while deliv-

the process of expanding its current space

ering high-quality medical, wellness, and

from 1,700 to 3,000 square feet. The added

spiritual care. Hope Clinic seeks to transform

space will allow the clinic to relocate the

the lives of its patients by treating the whole

optometry and staff offices, add more private

person and building lasting relationships.

offices for counseling services, along with

Jenny Konvicka, the Director of Patient

space to expand the lab. This expansion will

Services, has been with Hope Clinic since its

ultimately cut in half the new patient waitlist

inception in 2014. Konvicka has been lifelong

of four to six weeks. Furthermore, it will help

friends with Caitlin Twyman, the wife of Dr.

in expanding the physician position to full-

Stephen Twyman, who are the co-founders

time and increasing options for community

of Hope Clinic. She jumped on board to help

partnerships like flu clinics. Hope Clinic’s

create a plan to serve the 12% of McKinney

goal is to continue to grow operations over

residents who were uninsured, specifically

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six days a week. To learn more about how to

numbers were even higher. Their goal was

donate or volunteer with Hope Clinic, please

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