Leander / Cedar Park Impacts — January 2008

Leander / Cedar Park Impacts — January 2008

Written by Staff Monday, 07 January 2008

CEDAR PARK

1. Fill up on pizza - Double Dave’s Pizzaworks, 401 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. A5 in the Depot, has been open since Dec. 3 and offers a buffet from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 5 – 8 p.m. Sunday through Friday. For more information, call 482-3283 or visit www.doubledaves.com.

2. Anime, puppets, stories - The Cedar Park Public Library, 550 Discovery Blvd., has formed an anime club for teens. The library provides snacks, drinks and will give away a free graphic novel each month. Beginning Jan. 19, the club will meet on the third Saturday of every month at 1 p.m. The week of Feb. 11, the library story times will feature puppet shows performed by library staff. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday shows begin at 11 a.m. An additional Thursday show begins at 3:30 p.m., and the final show is Saturday at 10 a.m. Bilingual story time is Feb. 27 at 1:30 p.m. and will be on the last Wednesday of every month. Sign language story time is Feb. 29 at 1:30 p.m. and will be on the last Friday of every month. For more information, call 259-5353 or visit www.cedarparktx.us/cp/li.aspx.

3. Self Storage - Stor-a-Way Storage Center, 309 S. Bell Blvd., is under new management. Dave and Betty Barnes took over in September and are available on site seven days a week. For more information, call 336-7867 or visit www.stor-a-way.com.

4. Straighten Up - Texas Chiropractic and Rehab, 500 W. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 105, has opened in Cedar Park as a one-stop-shop for full-service rehabilitation and chiropractic care. Dr. Aaron Smith relocated from Utah and has worked closely with orthopedic surgeons and chiropractors to develop his practice. The clinic opened in early December with hours from 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 – 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, call 918-2225 or visit www.txchiroandrehab.com.

5. Open for business - Village Inn opened in late December at 800 E. Whitestone Blvd. The chain has served breakfast, lunch and dinner since 1958, but this is the first Cedar Park location. Hours are 6 a.m. – midnight Sunday through Thursday and until 3 a.m. Friday and Saturday. For more information, call 259-3111 or visit www.villageinn.com.

Pet sitters - Zoe’s Professional Animal Care and Sitter Service is now taking care of dogs, cats and many other animals in the Leander and Cedar Park area. Owner Pamela Rodriguez has more than 35 years of pet care experience and is licensed to perform CPR and first aid on animals. For more information, call 879-9786.

6. More than meets the eye - The old Albertson’s grocery store at 850 N. Bell Blvd., Ste. 230, will complete its transformation into an Office Depot by this summer. The interior has been completely refinished, and the office supply retailer will begin the move-in process in the first quarter of the year. For more information, visit www.officedepot.com.

7. New women’s practice - Jennifer Meadows, winner of the “Resident of the Year” award from Southwestern Gynecologic Assembly, recently opened Cedar Park Women’s Center. The practice currently shares space with Urgent and Family Care, 10625 Parmer Lane, Ste. D-400, but plans to move into offices at the Cedar Park Regional Medical Center as soon as construction is completed. For more information, call 260-3636 or visit www.cedarparkobgyn.com.

8. Back on track - The Cedar Park location of Threadgill’s, the popular Austin eatery known for its live music and laid-back atmosphere, plans to open sometime this summer, said spokesperson Gracie Taylor. Disagreements between the Cedar Park landlord and the restaurant’s owner caused an almost two-year delay in opening the establishment, which will be located west of the Railyard shopping center on RM 1431.

9. What a Willy O burger - Former Whataburger franchise owner William Payne and partner Don Hendrix have launched a new burger eatery in 1890 Ranch, 1335 E. Whitestone Blvd. Willy O’s Burgers and More features black Angus beef burgers at fast food prices in a casual dining atmosphere. The location is the first of three the pair have planned for the Austin area. The restaurant is open from 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. seven days a week. For more information, call 260-7344 or visit www.willyoburgers.com.

Annual chamber event - The Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual banquet and auction at Reunion Ranch Feb. 2 from 6 – 10 p.m. The casual event has a “Blue Hawaii” theme and will feature hula dancing, Elvis sightings and other surprises. More than 70 items will be up for silent auction, with a live auction of elaborate items to follow. For more information, call 260-7800 or visit www.cedarparkchamber.org.

10. Resort-style senior living - Lakeline Oaks Adult Living Community held a groundbreaking ceremony Dec. 18 at 1905 S. Lakeline Blvd. The resort-style independent living community will feature 24-hour dining options, bus service and light housekeeping once a week. The complex also features an exercise room and theater with a stage and dance floor. Studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments will be available. Construction is expected to be complete in January 2009. For more information, call 331-4100.

11. Charlotte’s Web - The Vista Ridge High School fine arts department will perform “Charlotte’s Web” Jan. 31 – Feb. 2 at 7:30 p.m. with a special matinee performance at 2:30 p.m. Feb. 2. The performance, produced in arrangement with The Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, IL, will take place at VRHS, 200 S. Vista Ridge Blvd. Tickets are available on campus before and after school, and during lunches. The cost is $10 general admission and $8 for all LISD students, faculty, staff and children under six. For more information, contact Dona Dye at 434-7321.

12. Yoga and chiropractors - Chirofit Wellness Center, 901 Cypress Creek Road, Ste. 200, provides yoga classes, personal trainers, chiropractors and nutritional counseling. It opens Jan. 28 with a grand opening celebration Jan. 31 from 5 – 9 p.m. with a live band, food and drinks. For more information, call 293-7973 or visit www.chirofitwellnesscenter.com

LEANDER

13. Senior day trip - The Leander Parks and Recreation Department has organized day trips for senior citizens on the second Wednesday of every month. On Feb. 13, the group will travel to the George Washington Carver Museum in Austin. Admission is free. Advance registration is required, and there is a maximum of 12 guests per trip. Call 528-9909 for reservations.

14. Power PACK - Leander ISD Substance Abuse Prevention Coordinator Mary Ann Kluga will host the third in a series of four interactive workshops titled “Power PACK – Parenting a Champion Kid.” The third session, “More on Bringing the Best Out of Your Child,” will take place Jan. 29 at Running Brushy Middle School, 2303 N. Lakeline Blvd., from 6 – 8 p.m. For more information, contact Myra Foster at 434-5395 or e-mail her at myra.foster@leanderisd.org.

Early tax season - Beginning Jan. 22, Foundation Communities will offer free tax help from IRS-certified tax preparers at designated community tax centers. The service is provided for individuals with incomes up to $25,000 and households making up to $50,000. For a list of locations, hours and what documents to bring, visit www.communitytaxcenters.org.

15. Book sale - The Leander Public Library, 1011 S. Bagdad Road, will hold a book sale in the library’s conference room Jan. 21 – 23. Paperbacks will be 50 cents, hardbacks and videos $1 or fill up a paper grocery bag for $5. Hours are 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. each day. For more information, call 259-5259 or visit www.youseemore.com/leander.

New director - Lone Star Circle of Care, a non-profit organization providing health care for the medically underserved in Williamson County, has announced the arrival of a new chief medical officer, Dr. Dan Shuman. The non-profit is also looking for volunteers to assist staff at clinics and special events. Potential volunteers need to fill out an application before attending the orientation meeting Jan. 29. For more information, call 868-1124 or visit www.lscctx.org/volunteer.html

Life Line Screening - Lago Vista Golf Club, 4616 Rimrock Drive, will host mobile health screenings Jan. 28. Life Line Screening will administer tests for stroke, osteoporosis, heart disease and more. Up to four tests can be completed in less than an hour, and results will be available within three weeks. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call 1-800-324-1851 or visit www.lifelinescreening.com.