Today, we are going to visit Rough Hollow, a neighborhood in Lakeway. It is at the Rough Hollow Visitors Center, where the Lakeway Police Department is hosting an event titled Pops with Cops. No, it isn’t a cocktail hour but frozen treats to help stave off the effects of the heat. We are catered by Eberly of Austin, and our entertainment is Jan and Dean.
Menu
HALIBUT pomme purée, pepper relish, watercress salad
SALMON crispy rice cake, romanesco, citrus, chive beurre blanc, trout roe
EGGPLANT MILANESE basil purée, toasted almonds, charred zucchini & tomato salad
HALF CHICKEN Parisian gnocchi, caper-brown butter jus, arugula
SHORT RIB ‘nduja collard greens, grilled corn, radish, chimichurri
PORK CHOP confit potatoes, spinach mustard seed-bacon glaze
TEXAS WAGYU STRIP sautéed kale, confit garlic, bordelaise
So let’s go.
A poster announcing the event.
The Rough Hollow Welcome Center.
Another photo of the center with Police cars in attendance.
Motor cycle officers getting ready.
A nice selection of frosty treats.
Lakeway City Councilman Kent O’Brian taking a selfie with the officers
I think it turned out very well.
I thought I would share some more photos of the Rough Hollow Center, including the splash pad.
Kids play area.
The swimming pool. In addition, the center has a complete workout facility and tennis court.
I have a disclaimer here. There were other photo opportunities of officers with kids, but my policy is to avoid taking photos of children for this blog. Everyone had a great time.
So let’s enjoy the food and music. I hope you have a great week.
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I understand you not photographing the children. Sometimes it’s hard to know what to do around kids these days. A great day with the PD though!!
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It was. They are the greatest. Thanks, GP.
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A super idea! The Jan and Dean song is perfect.
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Thank you, Darlene. 😊
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I think it’s good for the police an event like this.
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I agree, Tim. I’m reminded what one of my Russian followers wrote the last time I featured the Lakeway police. They wouldn’t even consider going near the police let alone socialize.
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Russia is definitely different.
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Ha ha ha. I think you said a major truth, Tim.
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I wish splash pads had been around when I was a kid. They always look like great fun. This is a great example of community outreach.
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It is a good example, Linda. I remember making our own splash pad in the early 50s with a hose and sprinkler on the driveway. 😁
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Not sure why I find it funny that cops are giving out ‘Bomb Pops’. 😀
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That is pretty funny for sure.
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Love the idea here! And I have to admit that Charles and I had the same idea about the bomb pops…
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Ha ha ha. I’m sure the Cops were oblivious.
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THIS is the best way to tie to cops to the community. They clearly like their jobs and I hope the community appreciates them!
Had salmon lat night so maybe the eggplant?
Ear scritches to the girls.
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Thank you, Noelle. They sure love those ear scratches.
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What a great community event! Love seeing smiling police officers interacting with the communities they serve. Bravo Lakeway!
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Yes they are very professional and our community appreciates them a lot.
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1 pork chop dinner, please, and a shady spot to sit. Who doesn’t love the cops? And ‘cops with pops’ makes it even easier to love ‘em. Perfect song for the story. Well done, John.
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Thank you, Steve. There is a spot right over there under the canopy that is extended from the bus. It is right next to the bar.
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lots of fun with pops for pops and all, John!!!❣️
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Thank you, Cindy. 😊
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I like those coverings over the playground equipment to keep hot metal from burning kids’ hands. And the splash pool and swimming pool look like great places to cool off during a hot Texas summer. Kudos to the cops for coming up with a good idea for bonding with the community!
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The coverings are almost a necessity in our hot sun. Our police are the greatest.
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Looks like a pleasant community event. Sorry to have missed it – I’ve been craving a popsicle. They are on my shopping list. 😁
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After that report I was craving one as well. Never did get one. Since I have been banned from shopping at the food store, I think I will put in a request for a box. We’ll see how it goes.
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Good luck! 🤞🏻
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Thanks. My procurement department takes a dim view of frivolous purchases unless its shoes.
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😂👠👍🏻
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Oh! That looks like a great idea, Pops with Cops, the photos are great 💜
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Thank you, Willow.
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I could really go for the Salmon. Pops with Cops sounds like great fun, especially for kids. Great photos.
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I’m all about having positive events between the police and the public. Way to go, Lakeway!
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Thank you, Pete.
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Hi John, what a lovely idea. Nice pictures,
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Thank you, Robbie.
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Nice facility.
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It is. Almost jaw dropping.
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What a fun event. You captured it very well indeed!
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Thank you, Deborah. That made me feel good.
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😊
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Well that’s one way to take care of the heat. Holy hell it’s gotta take a turn soon, no?
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You would think. We have at least another 30 days at 100 degrees.
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That’s not right.
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No, it is not. Fuck, Mike.Fuck.
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Fucking A!
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Fun times! Here in Canada we call your Bomb pops – Rocket pops. 🙂
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They uses to be called Rocket Pops here as well.
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Oh, interesting! 🙂
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What a great idea! That center looks like a great place to hang out.
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It certainly is. Thanks, Teri.
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This is wonderful. Police making a positive difference in the community is happening all the time. Go Lakeway!
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I agree. The progressives don’t see it though.
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I know…sigh!
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I love the concept of community policing! I became familiar with it when I advised police officers about getting college credit for their experiential college-level learning.
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We have the greatest police department.
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So I’ve seen!
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😁
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