Tag Archives: Views of the Neighborhood

Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Heritage Center

Today, we are visiting the Heritage Center in Lakeway. They are having an open house. This is where all the historical artifacts of Lakeway are kept. Caroline’s of Austin is catering, and Ray Charles is entertaining us. Menu Biscuits & Gravy – buttermilk biscuits, sausage gravy, fried eggs Spinach & Feta Egg White Omelet – […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway City Hall Art Show

After last week’s disaster, I’m happy to report that this week’s trip to the Lakeway City Hall Art show will be a success. The lights and art cooperated.  We are catered by Stella San Jac of Austin. Our entertainment is Don McLean. Before we go, I want you to know that I will be traveling […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Storybook Walk – Conclusion

Today, we are returning to the Lakeway Storybook walk’s Black History Month exhibit. If you missed the first you can go HERE and catch up. I have to let you know the photos were a challenge. It was overcast but the glass fronts on the enclosures reflected all the trees. I did my best but […]

Views of the Neighborhood – A Concert at the Lakeway Activity Center

Today, we are visiting the Lakeway Activity Center to attend a concert by the singing group A Capella Texas. This concert is in a series of brown bag lunch concerts sponsored by The Lakeway Arts Committee. Here’s a little about A Cappella Texas. A Cappella Texas entertains audiences with world-class a cappella harmony featuring new […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Potpourri

Today, we visit the neighborhood to check on things we might not have seen before. Since it is Super Bowl Sunday, we will have a traditional Super Bowl offering. We are catered by Doc’s Backyard Grill, with their Superbowl menu. Our entertainment is The 1985 Chicago Bears. WINGS  BONELESS HOT WINGS TRADITIONAL HOT WINGS WHITE […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Story Walk Ribbon Cutting

Today, we are heading to the new Lakeway Story Walk ribbon cutting. According to the Lakeway Parks and Recreation site, here is some background. “This year, we are thrilled to unveil our new Story Walk Display along the City Hall Trail! These Storywalk boards will feature seasonal displays year-round, offering a mix of holiday celebrations, […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Artist Guy Burchak

Today, we are visiting Lakeway City Hall to view some art pieces by artist Guy Burchak. We are catered by Aba of Austin. Our entertainment is Bruce Springsteen. Menu BLACKBERRY DROP BISCUIT – blackberry compote, whipped cream AVOCADO TOAST – pomegranate, preserved lemon, mint KHACHAPURI – baked egg, cremini mushroom, graviera, green onion AÇAÍ BOWL […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Ready for the Cold

We expect the Arctic cold to hit this week, so I thought it would be a good idea to cruise the neighborhood to see if folks are prepared. Our temps will drop at night to below freezing, so plants will need covers. We are catered by 24 Diner of Austin. Our entertainment is Simon and […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Polar Plunge

Today, we are going to the Lakeway pool to witness the annual polar plunge, a January tradition. We are catered by Eberly of Austin, and our entertainment is Foreigner. Menu HALIBUT – pomme purée, pepper relish, watercress salad SALMON- crispy rice cake, romanesco, citrus, chive beurre blanc, trout roe SWEET POTATO PAVÉ- red curry, baby […]

Views of the Neighborhood – Christmas Past

Today, we are cruising the neighborhood to check out the remains of the Christmas decorations. This is a trigger warning that some of these images may be disturbing to those who don’t want to let go of the Christmas spirit. We are catered by Juniper of East Austin. Our entertainment is Home Free. NEW YEARS […]