Leander / Cedar Park Impacts — March 2008

Leander / Cedar Park Impacts — March 2008

Written by Staff Monday, 24 March 2008

CEDAR PARK

License to drive

Texans voted online for a new general-issue license plate. The winning license plate was “Lone Star Texas” which displays a white lone star in the left-hand corner and wide brushes of red and blue across a Texas sky, with the bottom half of the plate a low-lying mountain range designed by the Texas Department of Transportation. In early 2009, the state will change to a seven-character, alpha-numeric plate pattern. By law, the Texas Transportation Commission must give final approval to the new general-issue plate design.

1. Used book sale

Friends of the Cedar Park Public Library will host a used book sale at the Cedar Park Public Library, 550 Discovery Blvd. The sale will last from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on April 12, 1-4 p.m. on April 13 and 9 a.m.-noon on April 14. Prices range from 50 cents to $2. For more information, call 401-5600 or visit www.cedarparktx.us.

2. Ready for tax season

For those scrambling to get taxes finished before the April 15 deadline, Instant Tax Service is here to help. The income tax preparation firm offers expert advice and recently opened at 251 N. Bell Blvd., Ste. 108. For more information, call 356-9125 or visit www.instanttaxservice.com.

 

3. Discount cleaners

A 1.99 Cleaners opened at 2011 Little Elm Trail. The business offers $1.99 dry cleaning service for any garment. Laundered shirts are $1.29. Clothing brought by 9 a.m. will receive same-day service. For more information, call 250-1460.

4. Eatery upgrade

The Chili’s restaurant at 11012 Pecan Park Blvd. has undergone a re-imaging and is ready to show off its new look. The $650,000 dollar improvements include a new motif and color scheme, both inside and out. For more information, call 336-0323 or visit www.chilis.com.

5. Skateboard shop

Skaters have a new place to hang out. District Skate Supply opened Feb. 1 and has a wide variety of skateboard equipment, supplies and apparel. The locally owned skate shop is located at 200 S. Bell Blvd., Ste. B7 and buys direct to help keep prices down. For more information, call 276-2080.

6. More shiny things

Claire’s, a national jewelry retailer, is now open in 1890 Ranch, 1335 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. E500. The jewelry store also sells makeup, perfume and performs ear piercing. For more information, call 260-7908 or visit www.claires.com.

7. Don’t get nervous

Dr. George Creel has moved his 6-year-old practice from Georgetown to 11901 Parmer Lane, Ste. 300. The NeuroScience Center is a general neurology center capable of handling any neurological case. Dr. Creel has 18 years of experience as a neurologist. For more information, call 259-8880.

8. Remote-control cars

Hobby Express recently opened in Cedar Park at 251 N. Bell Blvd., Ste. 103. The shop specializes in remote-controlled airplanes, cars and trucks, but also has scrapbook materials, models and other general hobby paraphernalia. For more information, call 992-2586 or visit www.thehobbyexpress.com.

9. Batter up

Just in time for baseball season, On Deck Circle is now open at 1200 Toro Grande Blvd., Ste. 200. The 8,500 sq. ft. air conditioned facility has six full-sized batting cages with varying speeds from 50-95 mph. On Deck Circle has family packages and offers discounts for teams. For more information, call 986-5726 or visit www.cedarparkbattingcages.com.

10. More bars in Cedar Park

The largest cellular network in the country has opened a new store in 1890 Ranch, 1335 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. J100. AT&T Mobility is open seven days a week and can help customers get connected with high-speed internet, wireless service, phone service and television services. For more information, call 528-8170 or visit www.att.com.

11. Sandwich shop

With more than 50 different sandwiches to choose from, Which Wich? is open for business in 1890 Ranch, 1335 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. S180. The sandwich shop does not offer soup or salad, focusing solely on sandwiches served in brown paper bags. The eatery also offers chips, just-out-of-the-oven cookies and hand-dipped shakes. For more information, call 260-9424 or visit www.whichwich.com.

12. Free aerobic classes

The newly opened Chirofit Wellness Center at 901 Cypress Creek Road, Ste. 200 will be offering free aerobic classes for all Cedar Park, Leander and Round Rock residents as a way of giving back to the community. Classes are on Wednesdays from 5-8 p.m. starting with yogalaties at 5 p.m., kickboxing and core at 6 p.m. and yoga at 7 p.m. For more information, call 293-7973 or visit www.chirofitwellnesscenter.com.

Summer jobs

The City of Cedar Park is currently hiring for a camp counselor, camp coordinator, lifeguard, cashier and swim instructor. Applications may be downloaded at www.cedarparktx.us under the Human Resource page.

13. Indoor sports complex

Austin Junior Volleyball, a non-profit youth organization, broke ground Feb. 6 on a 35,000 sq. ft., two-level sports center located at 1420 Toro Grande Blvd. The center will include four volleyball courts, three basketball courts, a concession area, pro-shop and meeting rooms. For more information, call 479-8776 or visit www.austinsportscenter.com.

14. Nail salon

Providing manicures, pedicures and a host of other nail salon options, Classic Nails opened at 2011 Little Elm Trail, Ste. 108. The business is open seven days a week. To make an appointment, call 996-8560.

15. Under the knife

Surgeons Alan Abando and Nicole Basa formed a new practice located in the medical professional building, 1401 Medical Parkway B, Ste. 101. Cedar Park Surgeons performs most general surgery operations and specializes in minimally invasive procedures. Abando and Basa moved to Cedar Park to establish their practice, which opened at the end of January. For more information, call 260-3444 or visit www.cpsurgeons.com.

LEANDER

16. Parent seminar series

Wendi Thompson, Sylvan Learning Center representative, has started a parent seminar series at the Leander Public Library, 1011 S. Bagdad Road. Seminar topics include preparation for the TAKS test and how to keep children learning throughout the summer. The seminars are free, but an RSVP is required. The next meeting is planned for March 31 at 6:30 p.m. and will focus on at home strategies for a better student. For more information, e-mail centerdirector@sylvansinaustin.com.

Calling high school seniors

The Williamson County Bar Association is hosting an essay contest in honor of the 50th anniversary of Law Day. All Williamson County high school seniors are eligible for the contest, which includes a $1,000 first place prize. Essays must be postmarked by April 15. For more information, call 238-9206 or visit www.wilcobar.com.

17. Eggs in the hills

Members of VFW Post 10427 will host an egg hunt March 22 from 1-3 p.m. More than 1,000 eggs will be hidden around the post, located at 8760 FM 2243. Participants need to bring a basket and prizes will be awarded to the top egg hunters. A bake sale benefiting cancer research will coincide with the egg hunt. For more information, call 260-8313.

Run, don’t walk

Leander High School will hold a 5k race and 1-mile fun run April 6 at Burden Elementary, 315 Stonewall Blvd., Liberty Hill. The race begins at 8 a.m. with the fun run to follow at 8:45 a.m. Registration is $15 through April 2 and $20 the day of the race. All proceeds benefit Leander High School project graduation. For more information, call 560-9624 or e-mail runnermom@austin.rr.com.

Golf for a good cause

The Williamson County Humane Society will host the Dog Leg Classic April 21 at Cimmaron Hills in Georgetown, and spots are filling up fast. The scramble format tournament is $150 for an individual or $500 for a team of four and includes green fees, cart, breakfast, lunch and complementary snacks and beverages all day. Mulligans will be for sale as well. For more information, call 260-3602 or visit www.hswc.net.