Yes, the headline says it all. We are headed to the Lakeway Municipal Court, where they are holding an open house. No, you don’t need a speeding ticket to attend. We are catered by Launderette of Austin, and our entertainment is The Bobby Fuller Four.
Menu
ASPARAGUS BENNY – sourdough English muffin, poached eggs, pancetta, truffle hollandaise
PORK SHOULDER HASH – potato, brussels sprouts, sunny eggs, salsa verde
THE AMERICANA – sunny eggs, oyster mushroom, roasted tomato, bacon, toast
CHICKEN PAILLARD – coriander rub, escarole, frisée, tender kale, seared apple, candied walnuts, rosemary pomegranate vinaigrette
FRIED CHICKEN SAMMIE – coriander poblano slaw, pickles, challah
PLANCHA BURGER -American cheese, special sauce, pickles, challah
SHAWARMA CAULIFLOWER BOWL – pickled golden raisin, hummus, sweet potato, cabbage escabeche, arugula, herb tahini dressing
Let’s get on the bus.
There’s the sign.
The Municipal Court building.
The door.
Okay, we need to go to the second floor.
One activity is the distracted driver simulator.
The simulator is run by a tech. You take the wheel, and the tech will throw distractions your way to demonstrate their dangers.
Kent O’Brian, a City Council member, is taking the simulated drive. – Lakeway website photo
This is what behind the wheel looks like. – Lakeway Web site photo
The courtroom.
A new program has begun in Lakeway where Teens can judge each other and pass community service sentences instead of fines.
A mock trial kicking off the teen court. – Lakeway website photo
Judged by one’s peers. – Lakeway website photo
Deliberation before the verdict. – Lakeway website photo
Lots of material to read on safety, driving, and the law.
The tour is over; it is time to enjoy the music and food. I hope you have a wonderful week.
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I commend Lakeway for keeping the families and kids involved.
But when I first heard who was catering, I thought I had to bring my dirty clothes with me!
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That is some name for a restaurant for sure. Thanks GP
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Ooh, I hope that driving distraction simulator works to keep teens more focused on the road. Just the old black and white movie I had in Driver’s Ed kept me off the freeway for nearly a decade I was terrified of the freeway after watching it. I think it was called Red Asphalt.
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That’s the whole idea. They throw distractions and nine times out of ten the kid has an accident. Thanks, Deborah.
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Such a great opportunity to gain knowledge from the side of the Law we all want to be on…
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It is. Thanks, Annette.
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Interesting event. Most places should do this, especially for teens.
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I think so too, Charles.
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That song is 60 years old! Amazing. I can’t recall the last time I heard it. Looks like a great day at the court house.
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It is an oldie but goodie. Thanks, Darlene
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I had the pleasure of being called to municipal court in a very local, very small town nearby — many years ago. I’d been caught rolling through a stop sign, or so the nice patrolman said. Opinions differed. Anyway: court was held in a rickety old building on stilts, with no AC. There were folding chairs, and circulating fans whose blades looked like palm leaves. The judge wore a black and white Hawaiian print shirt, baggies, and flip-flops, and I got out with only $10 in court costs to pay. It was memorable.
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You describe it very well, Linda. Must have made an impression.
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Learning about one’s local court is good, and Lakeway has made it even better. The Teen Court is fascinating to me, and the result of the accused doing community service instead of paying a fine is positive. Thanks for sharing this, John.
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I agree with you, Tim. I had never heard of this kind of thing before so it was of interest for this post.
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I want one of those simulators. It would be great to use while I’m watching TV. Oh wait . . . .
Never mind.
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Ha ha ha. Good one, Marc.
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I’m here all month!
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Don’t forget to tip your server.
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LOL
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How is that teen court working? Such an interesting concept.
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It just started. We will see but I think it could work.
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Wow, this is so cool that they do this. I love that simulator and wants to try it :). And I always love your breakfasts.
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They can even simulate drunk driving with special glasses. Thanks for the lovely comment.
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Oh wow. That sounds scary!
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Yes gives folks an idea of what they would get themselves into.
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The outreach activities of your community are awesome – I really like the idea of the teen court. Great way to introduce them to the legal system. Did you try the driving simulator?
I’ll have that biscuit with everything this morning!
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I did not try it since I was running late. I did want to though.
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I love your town, John. So many activities held to make your community better and I absolutely love the teen court. What a brilliant idea. Happy Sunday, my friend.
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Happy Sunday to you, Dale. Yes this is a wonderful place to live. 😁
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Thank you, John.
And I am so happy for you and The Producer.
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Thank you, Dale. So nice of you to say.
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It’s a wonderful thing to find you last (I assume) forever home.
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You never can tell. The Producer and I are like nomads. We’ve been known to move rather than paint the ceilings.
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I figured since you had this house built, there was some chance of you sticking around 😉
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This one was already built. We built the one on the Coast which was supposed to be our forever home. You can see how that turned out. 😁
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Where the hell did I get the notion you had it built? Well then. That changes everything 😉
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We are the first owners. Maybe that is where the confusion is.
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Ahhhh… Mayhaps!
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Having a Teen Court is a great idea. I bet they all learned a lot from the experience. Thanks for sharing, John. Have a good day! 🌞
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Thank you, Gwen. I am haveig a great Sunday.
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Very educational, especially the teen court. A great experience for young people. Thanks, John!
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I agree, Jan. Much better a teen learn from training rather than mistakes.
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HI John, the teen court is an interesting idea. The distraction simulator would be an experience to try out.
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I think so too, Robbie. The teen court in some respects has the potential to teach lessons. Community service can be a lot more difficult than simply paying a fine.
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I agree, community service is a good way of teaching a lesson without causing lasting damage to a young person’s life.
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This looks like an interesting event…I like the driving simulator 😆
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I think it is a community service that will pay dividends.
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I love the teen court initiative!
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I do too. I think it is going to be effective.
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Wow, love that distracted driver simulator! Hope it helps. We should make everyone renewing their driver’s license to take that in Colorado. Talk about distracted drivers! What a cool tool. Almost as cool as the teen court. Very innovative! Bravo Lakeway.
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Thank you, Monika. I think it is cool too.
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Neat post. You know, Bobby Fuller may have been murdered. Accident, suicide or murder?
So, what community service did they sentence you to?
Oh…not a teen? Well…still, you deserve sentencing! After all you are a writer.
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I had to write “I will not write the truth” 1000 times 🤣✍️ 🙄✍️ 😂✍️ 🤭✍️
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Are you going to write that lying down?
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How did you know? 🤣✍️ 🙄✍️ 😂✍️ 🤭✍️
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I have the fried Chicken Sammie please. I have not heard about having a teen mock trial before. That’s quite an interesting idea. Lots of fun photos to look at.
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Thank you, Thomas. Glad you liked them.
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Another great idea by your community. I used to arrange with the courts to take my 6th graders on a field trip so that they could learn about the process.
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Great idea for them. Good for you, Pete.
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Great ideas!
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Thank you, Becky.
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Great menu thanks John and a terrific look behind the scenes… the only trial to be involved in is a mock trial…. hugsx
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I agree on the mock trial. 😁
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I love the idea to have a court room especially for teens. This is in a great accordance with their needs. The driving simulator is another great idea. When will we get something here in Germany? Lol I think when the moon has eaten the sun. 🙂 Best wishes, Michael
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When the moon has eaten the sun is a great comment, Michael. 😂
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I can you in the simulator, Voodoo Rangers flying past.
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I think I would have one on the dashboard. 😁
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Go Texas.
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Ha ha ha
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The teen program sounds fantastic – what a great idea! I’d love to try that simulator.
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I wish I had the time when I was there.
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Americana, please. Enjoyed the tour. Would love to try the stimulator. Teen court is a great idea. Always liked that song but the video is funny. Thanks for sharing.
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Thanmk you, Steve. Glad you liked the post.
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I love that the teens are doing mock trials. Not too young to learn consequences. 🙂
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I love it as well, Debby.
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🙂
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This is an excellent idea. I hope it’s successful.
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I think it might have a chance.
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