A New Season for our Lewisville Thrive Exhibitions

The Visual Art League of Lewisville is kicking off its Fall Art Exhibition at Lewisville Thrive with updated processes, a seasonal theme and a dedicated team of volunteers. See how teamwork, a little out-of-the-box thinking and one perfectly timed tape measure helped bring the exhibition together. Continue reading A New Season for our Lewisville Thrive Exhibitions

Apparently, This Is Networking

You might be thinking: Denise, I thought you were with Home Run Pest & Termite Control and Abracadabra Lawn Pest & Weed Control? What is going on? I am. But part of the joy of networking is making real friendships. … Continue reading Apparently, This Is Networking

Roacherton James McCrawley III visits the Plano Chamber of Commerce

Little Roacherton James McCrawley III was granted temporary release from detention for a visit to the Plano Chamber of Commerce. 🪳

He helped with my elevator pitch, worked the crowd, caused an audible gasp when he dramatically fell over, and later discovered half a donut.

All in all, a successful morning out. 😄 Continue reading Roacherton James McCrawley III visits the Plano Chamber of Commerce

It All Started While Gallery Sitting on a Saturday

What happens when you introduce a celebrated artist to a room full of business professionals? This Friday, Marilyn Henrion steps outside the gallery and into the Plano Chamber of Commerce for what promises to be a memorable morning of networking, creativity, and new connections. Continue reading It All Started While Gallery Sitting on a Saturday

Why I Dropped Everything to Sign a Brick

An unexpected invitation from the Frisco Chamber of Commerce sent me racing to sign a brick at their future home—after first getting hopelessly lost because I was too excited to read the entire email. The experience reminded me of one of Dale Carnegie’s timeless principles: Make the other person feel important—and do it sincerely. Sometimes the most memorable moments come from being invited to become part of someone else’s story. Continue reading Why I Dropped Everything to Sign a Brick

5-Minute Pop-Up Art Experience… at the Plano Chamber of Commerce

A five-minute Business Spotlight at the Plano Chamber of Commerce became an unexpected pop-up art experience when Miss Macy, a life-sized mannequin dressed in a gown made from thousands of paper hole punches, made a surprise appearance. Along the way, Chamber members not only learned about pest control—they also became part of Miss Macy’s story by taking home a tiny piece of her artwork. Continue reading 5-Minute Pop-Up Art Experience… at the Plano Chamber of Commerce

I’m in the Cockroach Phase of My Artistic Journey

Discover the story behind Understated Elegance, a mixed media cockroach portrait featured in the Visual Art League of Lewisville’s Small Works Exhibition at the Lewisville Grand Theater. Learn how vintage wallpaper, an antique-style frame, and an unexpected repair became part of the creative process—and how Home Run Pest & Termite Control inspired this unusual work of art. Continue reading I’m in the Cockroach Phase of My Artistic Journey