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The Do’s And Don’t Do’s Of Facetiming And Zooming

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Thanks to COVID-19, there's a new way of getting together in this day of social distancing. Whether it’s Facetime or Zoom, people are chatting and video-conferencing via the Internet. But like any new hot spots, there are certain ins and outs that separate the those-in-the-know from the those-in-the-need-to know. If you're worried about not being one of the cool kids, take … [Read more...] about The Do’s And Don’t Do’s Of Facetiming And Zooming

Get Up and Get Doing: What’s That You Said?

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You’ve always meant to learn another language, but there just wasn’t enough time. Well, that time has come. Sure, you can sign up for any of the various the pay-to-learn programs like Rosetta Stone, Fluenz, Pimsleur, Babbel,  etc. But if you just want to dip your toe in the verbal pool and not submerge yourself into a weightier course, you might want to try one of the … [Read more...] about Get Up and Get Doing: What’s That You Said?

Get Up And Get Doing: Brush Up On Your John Hancock

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When the signers of the Declaration of Independence put their names literally on the line, Congress President John Hancock boldly wrote his, saying, “There John Bull can read my name without spectacles, he may double his reward and I put him at defiance.” Over the decades, cursive writing was part of a grade school’s curriculum. But someone decided that it was an … [Read more...] about Get Up And Get Doing: Brush Up On Your John Hancock

Get Up and Get Doing: Morning Eye Opener

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Before brewing that first cup of coffee or even brushing your teeth, take your temperature. If it’s normal, you just told yourself that you're symptom-free. But if you do have a fever, you should check for other symptoms (i.e., cough, tiredness, shortness of breath) as well. If some are present, contact your area’s hotline: Collin County: 211, select option 6 … [Read more...] about Get Up and Get Doing: Morning Eye Opener

MySweetWishList: Callier Center

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According to Foundation for the Callier Center President Emilynn Wilson, “The mission of the Foundation for the Callier Center is to increase recognition of the Callier Center For Communication Disorders in the community, to increase the image of the Callier Center in The University of Texas System, and to help carry out fundraising activities. I am grateful that the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Callier Center

Emilynn Wilson Replaces Uruguay-Bound Tricia George As Foundation President For The Callier Center

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There’s a change of leadership at the Foundation For the Callier Center. When Foundation President Tricia George’s husband Ken George became ambassador to the Oriental Republic of Uruguay in September, she realized that her duties as an ambassador’s wife would require time away from North Texas. But not to worry about the transition to the new chair. It’s longtime … [Read more...] about Emilynn Wilson Replaces Uruguay-Bound Tricia George As Foundation President For The Callier Center

Sunday’s Storms May Have Devastated Parts Of North Texas, But Because Of Warnings No Lives Were Lost

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Sunday night’s destructive weather disproved the theory that tornadoes only hit trailer parks. From mega-commercial buildings along Harry Hines, Fire Department 41 at Preston and Royal to Preston Hollow mansions’ manicured grounds, the storms took no mercy, leaving thousands without power — or roofs over their heads. One person, who hunkered down in his bathroom, admitted, … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Storms May Have Devastated Parts Of North Texas, But Because Of Warnings No Lives Were Lost

Callier Cares Luncheon Celebrates Dr. Steven Barlow, Brent Christopher And Harper Hanna’s Journey

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Looking around the Dallas Country Club’s Founders Room at 11:05 a.m. on Monday, April 15, Callier Foundation Board Chair Tricia George wondered where the people were. So far, the 2019 Callier Cares Luncheon VIP party was made up of three Callier Center staffers and a group of men that no one knew. Then down the hallway, Tricia spied a familiar face. It was Ken Altshuler with … [Read more...] about Callier Cares Luncheon Celebrates Dr. Steven Barlow, Brent Christopher And Harper Hanna’s Journey

A Simple Thank You To … Resource Center

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From Resource Center’s CEO Cece Cox, “During this season of gratitude it’s always nice to hear from the community we serve, especially the younger generation. We recently received a simple thank you from one of our Youth First members Dee, age 16. Dee warmly told us how the program’s inclusivity helps the teen population Resource Center serves, stating that 'Youth First … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To … Resource Center

2019 Callier Cares Luncheon Letters Are On The Way Despite Possible Holiday Delay

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2019 Callier Cares Luncheon Chair Beth Laydon, Luncheon Underwriting Chair Nancy Carter and Callier Center Foundation President Tricia George rallied the troops including Dr. Tom Campbell, Rich Neely and Barbara Stuart last week. They held forth with pens in hand around the dining room table of Luncheon Honorary Co-Chairs Sharon and Mike McCullough’s marvelous home. The purpose … [Read more...] about 2019 Callier Cares Luncheon Letters Are On The Way Despite Possible Holiday Delay