The Welcome to Texas Boot Scootin’ Roundup, a celebration of Texas and residents new to the state, drew a crowd of over 350 at its inaugural event Sept. 23 in McKinney, event organizer Paul Chabot said in an email.

The gist

The event, held at Myers Park and Event Center, included presentations on Texas history, dance lessons, food trucks, vendors, children's activities and more. Attendees also had the opportunity to participate in a group swearing in ceremony for new Texas residents led by Collin County Sheriff Jim Skinner.

The event was hosted by nonprofit organization Stars and Stripes United.

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Stars and Stripes United plans to continue holding the event in McKinney in the future. For more information on this event as well as future events, visit www.texascelebration.com.