Into the Weekend - August 6th, 2021

It's Back to School next week.  I can't believe that time of year is already here!  Before long football with start, the weather will cool, and the state fair will arrive.  But for now, I'm sure many of you are in for a busy week ahead and some re-adjustment of schedules. In this email, I want to share some activities for a low key weekend in and around Plano, plus some fun back-to-school lifestyle tips.   Hope that you have a great weekend! -Matt Local Happenings Fly High at Go Ape The first treetop adventure course in Texas is just minutes from the Downtown Plano Arts District at Oak Point Park.  This park is a vast area of natural beauty with over 800 acres. Sixty Vines Exploratory Tap For 60 days, Sixty Vines is partnering with an organic winemaker to educate guests and serve exclusive wines. Southfork Ranch Trail Ride Enjoy riding the trails at Southfork Ranch in nearby Parker, TX. Internationally renowned for the hit television series, “Dallas,” Not only is the Ranch an international tourist destination, but it also offers beautiful horseback trail rides. Lifestyle Tips: Back to School 16 Delicious After-School Snacks Who doesn't love snacks?  And after a long day school, what better than to return home to some homemade treats?  Check out this article from Southern Living Magazine with delicious after school snacks. 8 Must-Have Apps for Back to School Life was much simpler when I was a kid - the internet was just coming out and very few people had cell phones.  In 2021, there is just a lot more to keep up with - but the good news is there are apps for that!  Check out this list of Must Have Apps for Back to School.   Matt's Market Minute This time of year with back to school -and in this market- Buyers often tell me that they want to wait until next year to make their purchase.  That's fine, but there is a cost to waiting.  Check out my infographic below. marketingcenter-greaterdallas-dfwsuburbs