Noted as a major retail trade center, Sherman avails quality merchandise through independent stores, strip centers, and Midway Mall offering over 65 retailers including Sears, JCPenny, Dillard's, Beall's, Mervyns, The Gap, and Old Navy. Numerous specialty, gift and antique shops make Sherman a magnet for local and tourist shoppers.

There is something to see and do for everyone in Sherman. The year-round mild climate makes Sherman the perfect locale for all types of outdoor activities. The city has well-manicured public parks, playgrounds for baseball, tennis, soccer, and outdoor swimming pools.

Lake Texoma is a favorite for many outdoor activities, including striper fishing and a variety of water sports.

Enjoy History? Visit the Red River Historical Museum and the Museum of American Victorian Furniture, both located in historic downtown Sherman. Enjoy entertainment? Sherman is home to some wonderful community entertainment. Sherman Community Players, located in Finley Cultural Center, and Theatricks, whose future home is the Honey McGee Playhouse, spotlights some of the best adult and child theatrical performance in the area. The Community Series presents the very best in musical entertainment, including the Sherman Symphony Orchestra, and the Hot Summer Nights concert series.

Sherman hosts many annual events, including: the Sherman Preservation League's Tour of Homes, Sherman's Independence Day Laser and Fireworks Celebration, The National Aerobatics Championship, Sherman Arts Festival, Grayson County Fair, Sherman Jaycee's Christmas Parade and the Altrusa Pilgrimage of Homes.

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