Disposing of CFL's (Fluorescent Light Bulbs) - 09/20/07 09:55 PM
Use Care When Disposing of Fluorescent Light Bulbs
The rise in popularity of energy-saving compact fluorescent light bulbs has brought with it concern about the mercury that is an essential part of the bulb manufacture.  However, the level of the toxic metal is in a CFL's tubing is relatively small, about 5 milligrams.  By comparison, a mercury thermometer contains about 500 mg of the substance an old-style thermostat has about 5000 mg.
That's not to say that a CFL (fluorescent light bulb) should be treated carelessly.  If one happens to break, it's important to follow these procedures:
•1.         Open windows nearby.
•2.      Sweep up bulb … (0 comments)

Wylie, Sachse, Murphy Community Events for September - 09/09/07 10:58 AM
11th                         Dyslexia Advocates of Wylie Meeting (formerly know as Pirates - Dyslexia).  Parent support group for parents of dyslexic children bi-monthly meeting,    7-8pm at McMillan Jr. High, 1050 Park blvd,, Wylie, http://www.piratesdyslexia.57.com/ 972.461.2542
11-12th                 The Laurie Schwenk Senior Activity Center of Sachse offers the "55 Alive" safe driving classes at 9am-1pm each day.  Fee is 410, pay at the first class.  Call 972.495.6282 for more info.
13th                       Rosh Hashanah-Celebrating the Jewish New Year 5768.
14-15th                Wylie Championship Rodeo
14-16th                TTPA Collin County Horse Committee Campout and Trailride at Platter Flats, Oklahoma, for more info call Donna Carmickle at 214.882.0833 … (1 comments)

Wylie Championship Rodeo - 09/08/07 03:52 PM
 
  Wylie Championship Rodeo
Two days of championship ropin' and ridin'
 
 
15th Annual Wylie Championship Rodeo
September 14th & 15th
6:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Adjacent to the Birmingham Agricultural Facility off Hensley Ln.
Tickets
Adults: $10 for one night, or $15 for two nights
Children: 12 and under $5 for one night, $8 for two nights
              3 and under FREE
Family Pack: $25 for one night, $40 for two nights
*Family Pack includes 2 adult tickets, 2 children tickets, and 2 Kiddie Corral Passes
Schedule
Friday 9/14
6:30 pm Mutton Bustin
8pm Grand Entry/Rodeo Begins
10:30pm Post Rodeo Concert - Keith Mitchell Band
Saturday 9/15
6:30pm Team Penning/Cutting Exhibition
8pm Grand Entry/Rodeo Begins
10:30pm Slack
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Sachse Fall Fest - 09/08/07 03:31 PM
  Sachse Fall Fest for all
Arts & crafts, food & fun for the family
The Sachse Camber of Commerce with Title sponsor, Verizon, is proud to present the 22nd Annual Sachse Fallfest on
Saturday, October 13, 2007
10am - 4pm
Heritage Park
Sachse's Fallfest has grown through the years and has become a favorite fair for vendors, crafters, and fairgoers from all over the area.  The event includes a classic car show, and 100+ vendor booths for crafters, business vendors and local organizations.  The event is highlighted by FREE entertainment, games for kids of all ages and great food!
Visit www.sachsechamber.com
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City of Murphy Fall Celebration - 09/08/07 03:12 PM
  Join the City of Murphy at the Fall Celebration!
Date: Sept. 29, 2006
Time: 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: Murphy Municipal Complex
For Details see: www.murphytx.org
Food-Drinks-Train Rides-Bounce Houses
Caricatures-Live Music-Pony Rides-Face Painting
and much much more family fun!
 Plan to attend this year's event to see what all the fun is about at the Murphy Fall Celebration!
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Wylie Downtown Merchants Trick or Treat Fall Festival - 09/08/07 02:56 PM
Presented by the Wylie Downtown Merchants Association, the Downtown Trick or Treat and Family Festival is a safe trick or treat alternative for Wylie families as they can walk through downtown and receive candy and treats from local merchants.
The downtown streets are transformed into a Halloween Wonderland featuring trick or treating, live music, and carnival games.
Thursday, October 25th                   
6pm - 8pm
The event is free and is the Downtown Merchants way of saying "thank-you" for your support and patronage throughout the year.
The Wylie Downtown Merchants Association's mission is to promote, revitalize, and increase business activity in downtown Wylie and the City … (1 comments)

 

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