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Kaleidoscope Toys: Where Education Meets Recreation in Round Rock

September 27, 2016 by

Since their invention in the early 19th century, kaleidoscopes have entertained the young and young at heart by presenting the ordinary world in a new and extraordinary way. Kaleidoscope Toys in Round Rock thinks that quality toys, activities, and games can do the same thing for children today: awaken their minds to new possibilities, stoke their creativity, and delight them with the beauty of the world.

This locally-owned Round Rock toy shop features all manner of educational and enlightening toys, books, and fun kids' stuff that you'd be hard-pressed to find elsewhere. Know that the staff is always willing to help out with advice and recommendations.

Kaleidoscope Toys is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Be sure to follow the shop on Facebook to get the latest scoop on special events and sales!

Kaleidoscope Toys
110 North Interstate 35
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 388-5048
www.kstoy.com
www.yelp.com/biz/kaleidoscope-toys-round-rock-2

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No Football Game

September 23, 2016 by

Without a UT football game happening this weekend, what are everyone's plans for Saturday.

The Pecan Street Festival will be happening on Sept 24th and 25th in downtown Austin! http://pecanstreetfestival.org/

What is your favorite Austin Food Truck to visit downtown???

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Check Out What’s New at the Round Rock Public Library

September 13, 2016 by

Curling up with a good book can be a great way to spend a lazy weekend afternoon, and what better place to do so than at Round Rock Public Library? This local branch is cozy and well-maintained and offers thousands of books to choose from on its shelves, from spine-tingling mysteries and instructional manuals to self-help books and children's reads. What's more, books are available in both traditional hardback and digital formats.

Round Rock Public Library also offers plenty of community programming, including local orchestra concerts, teen-centered craft and science sessions, family film screenings, and storytime hours for kids. And don't forget that the librarians are happy to assist with open-ended homework and research questions in addition to helping you locate specific books.

Check out the Round Rock Facebook page to see what's happening at this bustling community resource!

Round Rock Public Library
216 East Main Avenue
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 218-7001

www.facebook.com/RoundRockPublicLibrary
www.roundrocktexas.gov/departments/library

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Spice Up Your Fitness Routine at N’Caliente Fitness in Round Rock

August 23, 2016 by

After opening its doors in 2012, N’Caliente Fitness quickly established itself as a powerhouse of a fitness club in Round Rock. Here, the focus is on creating a welcoming environment through unique workouts that appeal to people of all ages, shapes, sizes, and athletic abilities.

That said, N’Caliente offers many innovative workouts. Aqua zumba, for example, takes the popular dance-based workout into the water for the added benefits of resistance training, while Piloxing combines the principles of standing Pilates with a non-stop cardio workout that includes boxing moves. In other words, if you find yourself feeling a little bored with your current fitness routine, signing up for a class at N’Caliente Fitness might be just the way to spice things up!

Half a dozen professional instructors lead classes throughout the day, seven days a week, so you should be able to find something that works with your schedule. Follow N'Caliente Fitness on Facebook to keep tabs on class schedules and special events!

N’Caliente Fitness
2111 Sam Bass Road
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 773-7790
www.ncalientefitness.com/about.html
www.yelp.com/biz/ncaliente-fitness-round-rock

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Speakeasy: A Retro Cocktail Lounge That’s the Cat’s Meow

August 9, 2016 by

If you love all things inspired by the Roaring ‘20s, there might not be a better spot to grab a drink in the Austin area than Speakeasy. As its name implies, this ‘20s-style bar and music venue is inspired by the speakeasies of the Jazz Age, featuring three levels of dimly lit, mysterious spaces for listening to live music, sipping a cocktail, or checking out the view on the rooftop lounge, Terrace 59.

The cocktail menu includes old-fashioned options with names like the Godfather and the Perfect Storm, and ordering bottle service makes your visit even more enjoyable. With so many different levels and seating areas, you can even enjoy your drinks anywhere you please. Challenge your friends to a game of darts or shuffleboard, check out great local music, or just plan a swanky night out at this retro local favorite.

For a full schedule of music and events, visit the Speakeasy website.

Speakeasy
412 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-8017
www.speakeasyaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/speakeasy-austin

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Discover Your New Favorite Gelato Flavor at Dolce Neve in Austin

July 26, 2016 by

For area foodies with an undeniable sweet tooth, there are few dessert spots better than Dolce Neve in Austin. This quaint and charming dessert shop is furnished with white farm tables and industrial light fixtures that create a comfortable space for relaxing with dessert after dinner in the area, and it also has a wooden front porch perfect for chatting with friends on a lazy afternoon.

The gelato menu at Dolce Neve contains all of your favorite classic flavors, as well as brand-new combinations like Thai basil and buttermilk, butternut squash and sage, and mascarpone and fig. Enjoy one or two scoops in a small dish or a homemade waffle cone, and you'll likely find that the gelato is so decadent that you’ll only need a bit to really experience the taste!

Dolce Neve
1713 S. First St.
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 804-5568
www.dolcenevegelato.com

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Ride the Slide or Float the Lazy River at Rock’N River Family Aquatic Center

June 28, 2016 by

Within Round Rock's popular Old Settlers Park resides the Rock'N River Family Aquatic Center, a beloved local attraction in its own right. The sprawling water park boasts more than 40,000 square feet of splashy fun, making it the perfect spot to cool off on a sweltering Texas day.

The playground promises refreshing fun for everyone in your clan with its many different rides and slides. Take a leisurely float down the Lazy River if your companions include smaller kids, or splash around at the pool. Children can rush through the tunnel showers and get soaked in the process or shoot a water cannon toward an unsuspecting playmate. Even older kids will appreciate a trip to Rock'N River Family Aquatic Center thanks to its collection of snaking slides, which send riders hurtling toward a big splash.

Rock'N River Family Aquatic Center
3300 E. Palm Valley Boulevard
Round Rock, TX 78665
(512) 671-2737
www.roundrocktexas.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/facilities/pools
www.yelp.com/biz/rockn-river-family-aquatic-center-round-rock

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Enjoy the Art and the View at HOPE Outdoor Gallery

June 14, 2016 by

HOPE is a collection of artists dedicated to making the world a more beautiful place, and they've made great strides in Austin. A previously desolate part of the city now exudes color and personality thanks to both local and international talents who've covered crumbling walls in bright, colorful panoramas.

Graffiti artists and muralists collaborate to create a masterpiece on the concrete walls that were once a blank canvas. According to those who've visited, the portraits are "mesmerizing" and "awe-inspiring." Each piece presents a different inspirational or educational message, and the collaborative piece is growing all the time. It doesn't hurt that HOPE Outdoor Gallery overlooks Austin's skyline, another breathtaking masterpiece in its own right. So if you have an afternoon to spare and you're looking for a photo op, head to this fresh-air gallery in downtown Austin.

HOPE Outdoor Gallery
1101 Baylor Street
Austin, TX 78703
www.hopecampaign.org/hopeprojects/hope-outdoor-gallery
www.yelp.com/biz/hope-outdoor-gallery-austin

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XGames in Austin This Weekend!

June 3, 2016 by

XGames are in Austin this weekend. Who will be going? Here is a great website about all the events going on! Tickets are still available too!

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Wind Down With a Winter Moon at Lamppost Coffee

May 24, 2016 by

If you’re always on the hunt for the best coffee shops in Austin, you’ll definitely want to add Lamppost Coffee to your list of must-tries. Flavored lattes with names like the Summer Moon, Winter Moon, and Autumn Moon are delicious alternatives to your usual drip brew, but if you’re a fan of the classics, those are very tasty as well. There are fresh baked goods that pair perfectly with any of the espresso drinks, and you’ll even find savory creations that make great breakfast options when you’re in a hurry.

This warm and welcoming cafe is furnished with bright red sofas, comfortable wooden tables, and a very spacious espresso bar that makes it easy to get your drink and get on with your day. For those who live and work in the Round Rock area, the convenient strip mall location doesn’t hurt either.

Lamppost Coffee
1205 Round Rock Avenue
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 217-4962
www.yelp.com/biz/lamppost-coffee-round-rock-2

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