TGIF! Wow, what a busy weekend we have in store! From tomorrow's Chinese New Year to Sunday's Super Bowl to Mardi Gras and Valentines Day... there is certainly something for everyone this weekend.
In this weeks' note, I have just a sampling of the many local happenings and also big dose of BBQ flavor in my latest video - one you won't want to miss! Plus, you'll find some lifestyle tips and my usual market musings!
Whatever you're up to this weekend, I hope that it's a great one!
-Matt
Local Happenings
Lunar New Year Celebration in Downtown Plano
The entire community is invited to a Lunar New Year Celebration in Downtown Plano celebrating the year of the dragon. Rising Phoenix Lion Dance Association will wind throughout the arts district. The first 460 guests will receive Lucky Money envelopes, with best wishes for happiness & good fortune in the new year.
MARDI GRAS LAISSEZ LES BONS TEMPS ROULER! CELEBRATE MARDI GRAS this Saturday at Legacy hall with Live Music featuring • The Unfaded Brass Band | 2pm • The Freeloaders | 4:30pm • Big Ass Brass Band | 7pm
Who doesn't love Texas BBQ? ... it's certainly my favorite cuisine! I recently toured the best BBQ spots in Dallas and rated them for you. This might be my best video yet - and certainly the tastiest. Let me know in the comments which one is your favorite.
Lifestyle Tips and Tricks
51 Romantic Things to Do on Valentine's Day
That You'll Never Forget
Here are 51 ideas for things to do on Valentine's Day. Beyond just the sweet card, show your significant other just how much you appreciate them with a special activity. Here's to making this February 14 a celebratory one!
The homeownership journey is full of new, and sometimes confusing, terms. Here's my guide to help get you started:
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