Tag Archives: Views of the Neighborhood
Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway City Hall Art Exhibit – Artist Christy Stephens
Today we are going to Lakeway City Hall to view an exhibit by artist Christy Stephens. Here is some information about the exhibit and the artist. Pottery Wall Art- “I like to evoke a sense of wonder and appreciation for the intricate yet extraordinary moments that occur in nature. The interplay of color and […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Potpourri and A 4th of July Search
Today, we are going to see numerous things, including some random, some cute, and some hard to describe. We will also look to see if there are any decorations for the Fourth of July. We are catered by Birdies of Austin. Our entertainment isSeals and Crofts Fixed Menu Summer spoon salad with melon, avocado + […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Wandering the Neighborhood
Since it is a slow week activity-wise, The Producer developed a theme for today’s post. She suggested “Wandering the Neighborhood,” which means seeing a whole lot of different sights as we do just that. Ten Ten of Austin caters to us, and Dion provides entertainment. Menu acorn squash, black garlic, baby spinach roasted cauliflower, eggplant, […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Air Park Open House
On the second Saturday of the month, Lakeway Air Park holds an open house for the community. We have gone to this open house before, but I thought it would be fun to see if anything is new. We are catered by Eberly of Austin, and our entertainment is Frank Sinatra. Menu Raw oysters half […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Potpourri
Today, we are going to see a few things that were spotted in the neighborhood this week. We are catered by Stell San Jac of Austin. Our entertainment is Kris Kristofferson. Menu Eggs Your Way – Two Eggs, Crispy Hash Brown, Toast, Choice of Meat: Chorizo, Pork Sausage, Turkey Sausage/Bacon or Smoked Bacon Chorizo & […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Carol Williard van Ginkel – Needle Painting
Today, we are visiting an exhibition of Needle paintings by Lakeway artist Carol Williard van Ginkel. Needle painting is a process using needles, thread, and multicolored string to produce a work of art. Carol learned to embroider from her grandmother, who taught her to cross-stitch. She became interested in Needle painting and fell in love […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Time for a Break
Happy Mother’s Day to all Mothers. I hope your day is filled with love. As my 83rd birthday approaches and the 12th anniversary of this blog is not far off, I find that I need some time off. I’m not sure if it is age or that for the last eleven years, I have published […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Earth Day Planting
In celebration of Earth Day last Monday, the Swim Center and the Department of Parks and Recreation of Lakeway held a planting event. Volunteers signed up to plant blooming plants throughout the center. So, we will step back in time and witness the event. We are catered by the 24 Diner of Austin, and our […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Enchanted Forest Walk
Each year the Lakeway Parks and Recreation Department installs an Enchanted Forest Walk. It features tiny fairy and gnome homes that line the way as you stroll under a canopy of magical trees and twinkling lights. We are going to visit it today, but since it is daytime, there won’t be any twinkling lights. We […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Wilderness 5K Run/Walk
Today, we are going to the Lakeway Greenbelt to watch the start of the 5K Wilderness Run/Walk sponsored by Friends of the Park. This run happens every year to raise awareness of the volunteering opportunity with Friends of the Park. This non-profit organization helps maintain Lakeway Parks and ensures their preservation for the future. We […]
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