Category Views of the Neighborhood
Views of the Neighborhood – In Search of Spring
Today, we will drive the neighborhood to see if spring is making its presence known. We are catered by Eberly of Austin. Our entertainment is Elvis Presley. FOR THE TABLE charcuterie & cheese – artisanal meats & cheeses, accoutrements, housemade bread, crostini chickpea fritter – white cheddar mornay, roasted carrots, chili garlic crisp crab cake […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Deer Repellent
Many of you have asked how our community can grow plants with the number of deer we have wandering around. I answered that most residents know not to plant anything that the deer like to eat where they can get to them. There are always exceptions to every rule, so today, we will visit those […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Brown Bag Concert – The Fiddlers
Today, we are returning to the Lakeway Activity Center. It is another Brown Bag Concert featuring the Lake Travis High School Fiddlers. We are catered by the Ember Kitchen of Austin. Our entertainment is Charlie Daniels. Menu Fire-roasted 1/2 chicken – Orange and Guajillo Brine, Pollo ala Brasa, Achiote Chimichurri Wagyu steak – Market Cut, […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Polar Plunge for Special Olympics
Today, we will witness the second annual Polar Plunge in Support of the Special Olympics at the Lakeway Resort. The idea is to raise money for Special Olympics by committing to a freezing plunge in the pool. The highest individual amount was $3200. We are catered by Intero Restaurant of Austin. Our entertainment is Brad […]
Views of the Neighborhood – A Visit to the Bee Cave Arts Foundation Hive Gallery
Today, we are visiting the Bee Cave Arts Foundation Hive Gallery to check out the latest exhibition. This special two-month-long art exhibition celebrating Women’s History will be on exhibit from February 3rd – March 22nd. Presented by the Lakeway Arts District and Bee Cave Arts Foundation, this creative exhibit showcases the largest-ever array of paintings, […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Potpourri
Today represents one of those in-between kind of weeks. I have called it potpourri. We went to Bee Cave to witness Bee Cave Bob the Armadillo, seeing his shadow indicating early spring. It is too early for many Valentine’s decorations. So, we will now wander the neighborhood to see what else is going on. We […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Brown Bag Concert Series –
We are going to the Lakeway Activity Center for sizzling salsa dancing today. This is part of the Lakeway Arts Brown Bag Concert Series. The idea is to bring your lunch and enjoy the entertainment. We are catered by Nixta Taqueria of Austin. Our entertainment is Gloria Estefan with Daniel Rosas & Jasmin Benfreha. Menu […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Artist Gail Threinen at Lakeway
Today, we are off to see the Asian watercolor art of Gail Threinen, whose work is displayed at Lakeway City Hall. This type of painting is deep in history and symbolism. Unlike traditional Western-style painting, it is meant to capture the spirit of the subject rather than its photographic reality. The ink and paper are […]
Views of the Neighborhood – After The Holidays
Today, we will tour the neighborhood and check out the holiday decorations that are still up but shouldn’t be. Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas today, which is a good reason to keep the decorations displayed. It is also okay to keep decorations up for as long as someone wants, but they should be in good condition […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Happy New Year
With a few short hours from wrapping up 2023, we at our house wish you a Happy and Prosperous New Year. I think Twiggy says it best. (I have to wonder how she learned to operate the printer)
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