Round Rock / Pflugerville Impacts — October 2008
Round Rock / Pflugerville Impacts — October 2008
Friday, 03 October 2008
1. Cele barbecues again
Cele General Store, which closed in December 2007 after 115 years in business, reopened last month by the same family at the same location, 18726 Cameron Road. Lunch is served starting at 10:30 a.m. Saturdays. Dinner is served from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturdays, by reservation only. For reservations, call 251-3562.
Marriage prep
The cost of a marriage license in Texas is now more expensive for couples who have not taken a state-sponsored marital education course, "Twogether in Texas." In Williamson County, a couple with proof they have taken the course pays $7 for a license or $67 if they have not. Visit www.twogetherintexas.com.
ROUND ROCK
2. Enhance Salon and Spa
Enhance Salon and Spa recently opened at 3000 Joe DiMaggio Blvd., Ste. 74. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Appointments and walk-ins accepted. Call 248-0177.
3. Operation Share A Hug
In celebration of National Teddy Bear Day Nov. 15, Beary Cute Stuffables is holding a stuffed animal donation drive starting Oct. 1 called Operation Share A Hug benefiting Williamson County’s domestic violence and sexual assault program, Hope Alliance. Stuffed animal donations may be dropped off at Jungle Java, 1400 E. Old Settlers Blvd. Call 608-4085 or e-mail Rita@BearyCuteStuffables.com.
4. New dog daycare
Dog daycare, boarding and training are available at Action Pack Dog Center. The dog care facility opened last month at 4 Lake Drive and features a pet boutique. An open house with refreshments and door prizes will be held Oct. 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. Call 341-0229 or visit www.actionpackdogs.com.
5. Free for single moms
Christian Brothers Automotive, 413 Louis Henna Blvd., is giving away free oil changes for single mothers Oct. 18. Appointments are available every five minutes from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and space is limited. Volunteers will also vacuum and wash cars. Donuts and coffee will be served, and a coloring/play area is available for children. To register, visit www.hcbc.com/oilchange or call 331-2244.
6. Library closed for facelift
The Round Rock Public Library, 216 E. Main Ave., will be closed for renovations from Oct. 1 through Nov. 2. New carpet, tile, paint and other improvements will be made to the facility. Patrons are encouraged to use the outside book drops to return items during the closure. Visit www.roundrocktexas.gov/library.
7. Equine enthusiasts
After 24 years of business in Dripping Springs, The Leading Rein relocated to Round Rock in August. Located at 2000-A Picadilly Drive, the riding equipment store offers apparel, tack, gifts and accessories. Call 458-6637 or visit www.theleadingrein.com.
8. New gun store
Handguns, rifles, ammunition and more are available at the Austin Gun Liquidators that opened last month at 2000-A Picadilly Drive, in the same building as The Leading Rein. Call 989-8552 or visit www.austingunliquidators.com.
9. Sunshades
Locally owned Auto Recon expanded its automotive window film treatment business to now offer residential and commercial window tinting, blinds, shades and shutters. The new business, Solar Solutions, offers in-house financing and is located at 18 Indian Meadows Drive, Ste. 210, in the same building as Auto Recon. Call 255-7491 or visit www.solarsolutionsrca.com.
PFLUGERVILLE
10. Pflugerville Town Center
SCC Development is clearing land for retail sites and extending Pfennig Lane into the development east of FM 685. A fast-food restaurant is working with the city to secure necessary permits, and pad sites are still available. Visit www.sccdevelopment.com.
11. Multifamily feedback
The Pflugerville City Council appointed a committee to propose changes to the development standards for multifamily developments such as apartments and condominiums. The Pflugerville Council of Neighborhood Associations will host a public meeting Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Pflugerville Justice Center, 1611 E. Pfennig Lane. Contact the Pflugerville Planning Department at 990-4370 or e-mail planning@cityofpflugerville.com.
12. Last farmers market
The first year of the Pflugerville Farmers Market ends Oct. 28 with a harvest day celebration. Vendors' business cards will be available at the information booth for those interested in produce deliveries in the market's off-season. The farmers market, which has been open since May, will be held every Tuesday this month from 3-7 p.m. in downtown Pflugerville at the old gin property, 500 E. Pecan St. It is scheduled to begin next year starting the first Tuesday in May. Visit www.pflugervillefarmersmarket.com.
13. Kung Fu tea
Formosa Art Tea House, 200 E. Pecan St., Ste. 5, will host a Chinese oil painting exhibition featuring the works of Run Zhang from Oct. 8 to Nov. 8. A Kung Fu tea study party including samples of various Bao Zhong teas from Taiwan will be held Oct. 18 at 7 p.m. For reservations, call 989-8678 or visit www.drinkarttea.com.
Pay by phone
A new telephone payment option is now available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to city of Pflugerville utility customers by calling 866-815-2975. A fee of $3.95 per $150 in charges applies. Call 251-3076.
14. Pfall Chili Pfest
Community organizations and families can register teams for the Pflugerville Pfall Chili Pfest scheduled for Nov. 8 from noon-9 p.m in downtown Pflugerville. All proceeds go toward the beautification of downtown. For entry forms, visit www.cityofpflugerville.com/downtownevents. The registration deadline 5 p.m. Oct. 31.
15. Oil change
Arbor Lube Center opened at 15205 FM 1825. The lube center offers oil changes, routine maintenance and car washes. Call 251-5303 or visit www.arborcarwash.com.
16. Plaza at Grand Avenue
ThunderCloud Subs, Pflugerville Donuts and Avenue Food Mart are now open at the Plaza at Grand Avenue shopping center. Space is available for lease. Call Travis Robertson at The Weitzman Group at 482-0094.
News or questions about Round Rock or Pflugerville? E-mail Amy at astansbury@impactnews.com or call 989-6808.
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