Prairie/Legacy News - The Prairie Acres Resident of the Month for July is Ethel Walker. The Employee of the Month is Maria Olivas who joined the staff in July of 2022 and works in the Dietary Department. Family Night at Prairie Acres is Tuesday, July 11th at 6:30 p.m. Family members are invited for a meal of brisket, potato salad, and coleslaw. Attendees are asked to bring a side or dessert to complete the meal.
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Jell-O Day - Trademarked in 1897 by Pearle Wait of Leroy, New York, Jell-O is the novel and fun dessert loved by millions. Francis Woodward, who later purchased the recipe and trademark, eventually made Jell-O a household name. Jell-O's primary ingredient is gelatin. Gelatin consists of collagen, specifically animal collagen. It's a protein extracted from the connective tissues of cows and pigs. Once the protein is broken down and extracted, the collagen is dried and ground into a fine powder. With 21 different flavors, Jell-O satisfies every taste and can be enjoyed in numerous combinations.
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Pun Intended - I don't trust stairs... they are always up to something. Source: www.pun.me
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National Days
July 6: Fried Chicken Day
July 7: World Chocolate Day
July 8: Raspberry Day
July 9: Dimples Day
July 10: Kitten Day
July 11: Blueberry Muffin Day
July 12: Eat Your Jell-O Day
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The Friona Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday for Friona's newest business, Mexi-Q Restaurant. Owners Andrea & Franklin Baker (center) were joined by crew members Joshua Main, Persephonie Leyua, Josh Gonzalez, Delia Martinez, Serenity Castillo at the grand opening. Several members of the Chamber of Commerce also participated in the event to welcome the new business to Friona. The restaurant specializes in Mexican food and BBQ. Operating hours are Monday-Thursday 7-7, Friday 7-8, and Saturday 7-6. They are located at 1505 W. 5th and the phone number is 806-250-5079.
TEXAS Outdoor Musical is offering tickets for $1 to all kids ages 6-12 for every Sunday during the month of July. Kids under 5 get in free as a part of this special promotion.
"We want families to feel welcome to share a night at the best outdoor musical in Texas, so we are making it easy to bring the kids out Sundays in July," said Andrew Hay, Executive Director
TEXAS Outdoor Musical is a family-friendly show set against an authentic tapestry of history. The show's fictional characters bring to life the stories, struggles and triumphs of the settlers of the Texas Panhandle in the 1800s. Song and dance abound - and a generous helping of good ol' Texas humor, too.
The show takes place in the beautiful Pioneer Amphitheater carved out and nestled into the natural basin of Palo Duro Canyon, the second largest canyon in the United States.
To purchase a discounted ticket online, visit texas-show.com and select the kid's price type, no code needed. Disclaimer: Valid for General admission only, excludes VIP, dinner or merchandise.
The TEXAS Outdoor Musical is performed nightly Tuesday-Sunday until August 5th. For a complete listing of show times, admission costs, volunteer opportunities and more information, visit our website, www.texas-show.com.
Best Wishes - A Retirement Reception was held last Thursday for Veca Masters in recognition of 23 years of service with Parmer County Farm Bureau. Attendees enjoyed snacks and punch at the come & go event. In the photo (l-r) - Varla Wilcox, Kevin & Linda Welch, Veca & James Masters, Valeigh Salyer, Ellis Warsaw, Vanette Barnett, LaTawn White, Vacresia Salyer.
To Perryton with Love - Kevin & V'Lynda Barnett and their kids came from Perryton and picked up all the donations that were given by Friona. Thanks to everyone who donated. If you gave a monetary donation, it will go to a fund that is supplying school supplies for the kids affected by the tornado.
