Northwest Austin Impacts — May 2007

Northwest Austin Impacts — May 2007

Monday, 07 May 2007

1. Affordable spa

Skincare spa Facelogic is currently under construction in the Arboretum Crossing at 9333 Research Blvd., Ste. 200. The spa specializes in affordable facials and waxing. The spa will open June 30 with a special offer of two-for-one facial treatments. For more information, call 345-SKIN or visit www.facelogicarboretum.com.

2. Children’s healthcare

Jollyville Pediatrics, run by Dr. Nitzia Cepeda and Dr. Evelyn Spencer, will open in early June at 11851 Jollyville Road, Ste. 204. For more information, call 219-9326.

3. Local law office

The Law Offices of Daniel R. Gonzalez opened May 1 at 13284 Pond Springs Road, Ste. 403. Gonzalez focuses on family law, including divorces, child custody and injury cases. For more information, call the offices at 219-9300.

4. Family karate

Nowakowski’s Black Belt Academy celebrated its grand opening May 19 at 1300 Research Blvd. The family-focused school trains both parents and kids in the same classes. For more information, call 219-5425 or visit www.atanow.com.

5. Craft shop moves

Marmalade Skies recently moved from their former location at Spicewood Springs and US 183 to a new location at 13450 Research Blvd., Ste. 229. The shop offers craft supplies, creative workshops and space for working on art projects. For more information, call 695-1694 or visit www.marmaladeskiesaustin.com.

6. Fashionable sportswear

Locally-owned sports boutique Play opened in April at 6203 Capital of Texas Hwy. The shop offers women’s tennis, golf and yoga clothing as well as athletic eyewear. For more information, visit www.playsportsaustin.com.

7. Literacy fundraiser

Literacy Austin will be holding its annual BookFest fundraiser at the Arboretum Crossing, 9333 Research Blvd., June 8, 9 and 10. Literacy Austin is a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating adult illiteracy in the Austin area. New and gently used books will be for sale at BookFest with prices ranging from 50 cents to $5. Admission for the event is $10 on June 8, and $3 on the following days. For more information, visit www.literacyaustin.org/bookfest.html.

8. Arboretum store closes temporarily

Pottery Barn in the Arboretum will be closing its doors until August. The store will be expanding and remodeling their space at the shopping center.

9. Café Java

Local artist Josh Knight will be opening a show of his newest contemporary modern art at Café Java May 26 from 4 - 6 p.m. Café Java, located at 11900 Metric Blvd., regularly hosts work from art students at the neighboring ACC Northridge campus. For more information, call 339-7677.

10. Aus-Tex

Aus-Tex Appliance opened May 1 in the former JoAnn Fabric at 8650 Spicewood Springs Road. Aus-Tex sells new and refurbished appliances and furniture, including furniture and televisions, and also performs repairs. For more information, visit www.austexappliance.com or call 257-2775.

11. Discount flooring

Floor and Décor discount tile and flooring store opened in May at 4501 W. Braker Lane, Ste. C. This store will fill the spot next to Ross and Office Depot. For more information, call 241-0611 or visit www.flooranddecoroutlets.com.

12. North Austin medical center grows

Phase three of the North Austin Medical Center, known as Medical Oaks Pavillion, is currently under development by the HealthCare Facilities Development Corporation. Located at 12221 Renfert Way near MoPac, the project is currently under construction but HCFD corporation is already leasing out space in the office. For more information, call 1-800-937-5023 or email Theresa_Crail@hcfd.com.

13. Hip accessories along US 183

Fashion Forward opened in May at 23450 Research Blvd., Ste. 237 B. The store sells purses, shoes, body jewlery and other accessories. For more information, call 275-6933 or visit www.fashionforwardtx.com.