New Beginnings, Top Picks, and Holiday Fun in “Sports City USA”

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Wait, what??

A few people are wondering who’s newly running the show over here at Lifestyle Frisco (LSF). Here’s the scoop: LSF was founded in 2013 by a powerhouse Frisco couple and it quickly became the premier source for engaging and informative digital content tailored to Frisco residents. Fast forward, the platform took a little hiatus but is now BACK under the ownership of dynamic Frisco entrepreneurs, Daniel and Carrie Himel. Check out the official press release here.

Top 5 Things to Do This Week in Frisco

🏀Compete 4 Cause Classic: LSU vs. SMU: Many Frisco residents have been waiting for tickets to go on sale for what is sure to be a packed house of LSU and SMU fans from across the Metroplex. Get yours now.

🎅Santa Pub Party at the Rail Yard: You thought you missed your chance to attend this event, but it was rained out and rescheduled so you have another shot. Grab your Santa-wear and head to The Rail Yard this Saturday, December 14th at 7:00 p.m.

🎹Holiday Dueling Pianos at PGA: This Friday night, December 13th, pack a lawn blanket or two and head to PGA Frisco for a sing-along show featuring crowd favorites with holiday tunes mixed in.

🐧Holiday Onesie Party: Truck Yard is making all of your holiday dreams come true by hosting a party at which you can don a holiday onesie while sipping a cocktail. Sounds pretty fantastic to us. The day-long affair is Saturday, December 14th and we heard Santa Sasquatch is coming. We’re unsure who that is, but he sounds like someone we want to meet.

🚗✨The Light Park: We admit, by the light of day, this place looks less than festive (creepy, even?) but don’t let that sway you from driving through at night when it comes to life with millions of dazzling lights, synced perfectly to the rhythm of our festive tunes!

Weekly Flavor Fest

Looking for the best Indian food in Frisco? We found it at The Flavor Lounge on Preston Road. They’re elevating Indian food to the next level with a fine dining experience, full-service bar, lunch buffets, and Happy Hour. The extensive menu of soups and entrees sounds equal parts spicy and savory with all the North Indian authenticity you’d hope for. Plus, from time to time, they’re open late pumping DJ-led Bollywood music. Come ready to dance!

What’s Trending

The hottest topics and viral moments sweeping the nation.

In a world where TikTok dances have become the universal language of expression, the potential ban on TikTok feels like someone just hit the pause button on our favorite playlist. Imagine the collective gasp of millions as they realize their meticulously choreographed routines might never see the light of day.

For the Gen Z crowd, it's like being told their Wi-Fi is down indefinitely. Panic ensues, and suddenly, everyone is scrambling to find the next big thing. Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts are rubbing their hands together, ready to welcome the influx of displaced TikTokers.

Meanwhile, parents everywhere are secretly relieved. "Finally," they think, "no more random dance breaks in the middle of dinner." But let's be honest, they'll miss the entertainment too. After all, who doesn't enjoy a good cat video or a clever lip-sync?

In the end, whether TikTok stays or goes, one thing is certain: the internet will always find a way to keep us entertained, one viral trend at a time

Sports Spotlight

From rec to pro, there’s always, always (literally always) a game to catch in “Sports City USA.” 

The Frisco Bowl: Back for the eighth year, The Frisco Bowl is hosting #25 Memphis (10-2), representing the American Athletic Conference, and West Virginia (6-6), representing the Big 12 Conference, on Tuesday, Dec. 17, at 8 p.m. at Toyota Stadium.

Fingers crossed, the weather will be mild and we won’t have to rename this to “The Freezing Bowl.” Tickets are available online, but if you’d rather sit in your recliner, you can catch the game on ESPN and ESPN+.

Did you hear…?

…that a new 70’s-inspired restaurant is opening at The Boardwalk?

Whether you're a fan of the '70s or simply looking for a unique dining experience, Seager & Sons' blend of nostalgic charm and contemporary cuisine makes us want to watch re-runs of "Good Times." 

Opening today along The Boardwalk at Granite Park, this 7,500-square-ft space aims to transport guests back to the groovy era with its retro ambiance and nostalgic menu. Imagine eating hand-stretched pizza and crispy fried chicken while listening to vinyl tunes in an avocado green booth. Yes, please!

Read more about Seager & Sons and see pics here.

Around the Metroplex

Although we’re proud of our Frisco-centric-ness, sometimes we go a little rogue to keep our pulse on cool happenings south of the Sam Rayburn.

We’re gonna take a wild guess that many of you have lived here for years but never experienced the Reunion Tower Observation Deck. It’s a must! From 470 feet up you’ll experience breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views, a free digital photo, and an indoor/outdoor observation deck that lets you see for miles in any direction. (Hint: an extra special experience gift for someone this Christmas or a romantic date idea.) Bonus, did you know there’s a restaurant up there?

Insta-Find of the Week

A dose of visual delight.

#itsdougthepug has Christmas spirit, yes he does. Be sure to click through each pic in the post to see how “the OG celebrity dog” is giving holiday vibes. You won’t be sorry.

Rec of the Week

Get ready to discover your next obsession. Each week, we handpick a gem just for you—be it a binge-worthy podcast, a must-have product, or an interesting news story.

We’re not getting paid to promote the following and we have zero stake in whether or not you buy it. It’s simply this: TED LASSO. Fans unite, there’s an actual leadership book inspired by everyone’s favorite inspirational coach:  Lead It Like Lasso, by by Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio. And we sure hope it includes a reference to “Be a goldfish.” If you’re not a reader, then buy this crossword puzzle book instead (again, not sponsored, we just want to spread joy).

Chat said what?

Exploring the depths of Chat GPT’s creativity one prompt at a time.

We asked Chat GPT to tell us a funny story about the sports-obsessed parents of Frisco and this is what it churned out. (Although the Lifestyle Frisco team identifies as sports-obsessed parents, we’re choosing not to take offense.)