Good morning, Plano.

Gwen Workman, who founded The Wooden Spoon 37 years ago, died last week after suffering a massive brain bleed and having her breathing tube removed on Saturday.

The store stayed open today—honoring her wish as staff invite locals to share their memories of her and the business.

Broken Yolk Café announced expansion plans for Collin County and is considering new restaurant sites in Allen, Frisco, and Plano—its move targets offering more brunch spots in the region.

Plano alum Matthew Tolzmann will release his memoir Feces Navidad—detailing his 1988 Christmas at Clark High School—on Oct.

1. The book recounts his early Plano ISD days and the local figures who shaped his holiday memories.

This morning, the Plano Symphony Orchestra named five finalists—Mélisse Brunet, Filippo Ciabatti, Gonzalo Farias, Jacob Joyce and Stilian Kirov—for its music director search as longtime leader Hector Guzman prepares to step down after four decades.

Each finalist will rehearse with the orchestra during the 2026-2027 season, and a new music director will be named in 2027.

Seven local junior golfers have returned from an incredible experience competing at Pebble Beach—the renowned course where they played with professionals during the Pure Insurance Championship.

The high school players credited First Tee with strengthening their skills and inspiring a deeper love for the game.

The Cowboys and Packers will play on Sunday, Sept.

28 at AT&T Stadium with kickoff at 7:20 p.m. The Cowboys, coming off a record of 1 win and 2 losses, will try to improve while missing injured wide receiver CeeDee Lamb.

Jack Jr. Comedy Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Jack Assadourian, known for his unique multicultural perspective.

Jim Lauderdale Live

8-9:30 p.m. — Love & War in Texas — Tickets required — Experience the tunes of two-time Grammy winner Jim Lauderdale, a master songwriter and performer.

Fall Plano Train Show

10 AM to 5 PM — Plano Event Center — Great bargains on train-related items — Explore the annual showcase of model trains and related merchandise.

Annie Jr Performance

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Courtyard Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a delightful adaptation of the classic tale of Annie in a lively theater setting.

Writers' Group at Cafe Bohemia

7:30-9 p.m. — Cafe Bohemia — Free entry — Share and celebrate your creative writing in a supportive community atmosphere.

SecureWorld Dallas 2025

6-10 p.m. — Plano Event Center — $75 discount with code WICYSSWC2 — Connect with InfoSec professionals and gather insights from industry leaders at this informative session.

Neo Soul Night Under the Stars

5:45-10 p.m. — Red Tail Pavilion — Tickets required — Enjoy a soulful evening with live performances under the stars.

Haunted Harmonies Concert

1-3 p.m. — Frisco Public Library — Free entry — Experience a spine-tingling concert with the Allen Philharmonic, featuring Halloween classics and fun crafts for kids.

The French Connection Brunch

11 AM – 1 PM — Cafe de France — $2 contribution — Enjoy a delightful French brunch and share travel tales in a cozy atmosphere.

Writers' Group at Cafe Bohemia

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cafe Bohemia — Free entry — Share your stories and poems in a relaxed creative forum without the fear of critique.