Cedar Park / Leander Impacts — October 2008

Cedar Park / Leander Impacts — October 2008

Friday, 17 October 2008

COMMUNITY

Marriage prep

The cost of a marriage license in Texas is now more expensive for couples who have not taken a state-sponsored marital education course, “Twogether in Texas.” In Williamson County, a couple with proof they have taken the course pays $7 for a license or $67 if they have not. Visit www.twogetherintexas.com.

Walls come to life

Artist Sean McConnell recently relocated to Texas from Arizona with his company, Envirooments. McConnell practices the trompe l’oeil, which means trick to the eye, approach to painting. His work creates the illusion of three-dimensional objects and spaces, and he customizes each project to the client’s taste and décor. Call 528-8579 or visit www.envirooments.com.

NBC off Time Warner cable

Time Warner Cable’s contract with LIN TV, which owns NBC affiliate KXAN-TV, expired Oct. 2. Time Warner cannot legally rebroadcast KXAN’s signal without a valid contract. KXAN is transmitted via airwaves that can be picked up with an antenna free of charge. However, LIN TV has negotiated deals with other cable and satellite providers that compensate LIN for re-broadcasting its signals. A similar agreement between LIN and Time Warner was not reached before the Oct. 2 expiration. NBC programming is available on nbc.com. Since Oct. 4, Time Warner Cable subscribers tuning in to channel 4 have seen programming including demonstrations detailing how to hook up their computer and television so they can view full-length shows on their television screens. Negotiations between KXAN and Time Warner are ongoing.

Find a furry friend

The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter is celebrating the American Humane Association’s Adopt-a-Dog Month. Dogs and puppy adoptions are $65 during October at the WCRAS, 1855 S.E. Inner Loop in Georgetown. In addition, the fee for all dogs and puppies in the shelter for more than a month are further reduced. Adoptions include all shots, worming, heartworm testing, rabies vaccination, spay/neuter surgery, microchip and a county license, if applicable. WCRAS is open noon to 6 p.m., Tue.-Fri. and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Call 943-3322 or visit www.wilcopets.org.

Fare increase

The Local Government Approval Committee recently approved Capital Metro’s proposed fare structure that would increase the local bus fare by 25 cents, from 50 cents to 75 cents, this fall and to $1 in fall 2010. Fares for senior riders and riders with disabilities will remain free.

The Capital Metro Board is also exploring the financial impact of increasing fares for MetroRail and Express routes and establishing a sliding scale for fares for the working poor. Fare would be $1 for one-way travel within one of the 32-mile line’s two zones and $1.50 to transfer between zones. ‘Dillo buses, no longer free, will cost 50 cents for a two-hour pass. Visit www.capmetro.org.

CEDAR PARK

1. Cold as ice

The Texas Stars Hockey Club, main tenant of the future Cedar Park Entertainment Center, celebrated a ribbon cutting Oct. 14 at 202 Walton Way, Ste. 154. The Texas Stars plan to play in the American Hockey League 2009-2010 season. Call 512-GO-STARS or visit www.texasstarshockey.com for information about season tickets.

2. Doc diet

Texas Medical Aesthetics, 1460 E. Whitestone Blvd. Ste. 140, is now offering the Dr. TED diet program, which is administered and supervised by Dr. Malissia Zapata. Free consultations are available. Office hours are Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. with evening and Saturday appointments available by request. Call 260-2270 to find out more.

3. Time to wine

Vino 100 opened Oct. 6 in the Village at Cedar Park shopping center, 700 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 102. The shop offers daily wine tastings as well as special events. Each wine is rated on the Vino 100 Wine Barometer, designed to aid customers in choosing a bottle to suit their taste. Call 259-8467 or visit www.vino100cedarpark.com for more information.

4. Grab a pizza

Fans of New York-style pizza, sandwiches and savory Italian dishes have a new option in town. Garlick Joes opened Oct. 1 at 200 Buttercup Creek, Ste. 125. Owner Scotty Stroup said the restaurant serves pizza — by slice or whole pie — made from scratch, using only fresh ingredients. Specialties include shrimp lasagna with a white Parmesan sauce and a Texas cheesesteak sandwich made with three types of cheese. Garlick Joes is open daily from 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. The restaurant will soon offer delivery. Call 258-1222 for more information.

5. Martial arts

Tang Soo Do Academy is relocating to 351 Cypress Creek Road, Ste. 150 in November. The academy offers Tang Soo Do Mi Guk Kwan, Judo, women’s self protection and rape prevention, child abduction escape tactics, adult practical protection strategies, team building events and flexibility and shape training. Call 335-1890 or visit tsdacademy.com for more information.

6. Vroom-vroom

Napalm Motor Sports, 12112 N. RM 620, celebrated a ribbon cutting Oct. 9. Napalm motorcycle dealership provides new and pre-owned street and dirt bikes, all-terrain vehicles, utility terrain vehicles and scooters. It services all makes and models and performs customizations and state inspections. Call 506-8887 or visit
www.napalmmotorsports.com.

Pilates

Vanessa Bishop recently opened Pilates by Vanessa offering personal and duet pilates training in a fully equipped home studio. Call 310-621-7558 or visit pilatesbyvanessa.com.

7. Healthy woman

Cedar Park Regional Medical Center, 1401 Medical Parkway, will offer Healthy Woman, a free resource to aid women in making informed healthcare and well-being decisions. Participants will be invited to monthly health seminars and events and receive regular e-mail communication. Call 528-7100 or visit www.cedarparkregional.com for more information and registration.

8. Chiropractic

Axis Family Chiropractic opened Sept. 8 at 921 W. New Hope Drive, Ste. 701 and specializes in chiropractic care, acupuncture and nutrition counseling. Call 259-7900 or visit www.AxisFamilyChiropractic.com.

9. Dark and rich

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, 1335 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. S150, opened Oct. 4 in 1890 Ranch. The store can create treats for weddings, special events, gifts and parties. Call 986-6396 or visit rmcf.com/TX/CedarPark50798.

10. Fresh fido

Dog Wash America, 601 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 238, opened Aug. 13 in the Railyard shopping center. Owners Eric and Cheri Ochotnicki offer bathing and grooming in addition to breed collectibles and dog gear. The shop is open 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Tue.-Sat. and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. For more information, call 986-7110 or visit www.dogwashamerica.com.

Try on products

Susan Fortney recently opened Sandollar Promotions offering clients a way to print logos on more than 800,000 promotional products ranging from coffee mugs to boomerangs. Fortney also has a business as a face painter. Call 257-9497 or visit www.sandollarpromotions.com or www.fantasydesignsfb.com.

11. Busting at the seams

Ready to Sew Bernina, 2800 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 225, is expanding into an adjacent space. The renovation is expected to be complete by the end of October. The extra room will allow for more inventory and a third classroom. For information about products or classes, call 260-4100 or visit www.readytosewbernina.com.

12. Cool customer

Baskin Robbins, 1335 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 101, opened Oct. 8 in 1890 Ranch. The ice cream parlor can seat about 16 people. Call 331-0407.

13. Steal the show

Spotlight Karaoke & Bar, 601 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 600, in the Railyard shopping center, is under new ownership and now serves food. Nightly drink specials are available from 7-10 p.m. weekdays and noon-5 p.m. on weekends. Call 259-3838 or visit spotlightkaraokebar.com.

LEANDER

14. Chiropractic

Dr. Douglas Falke’s Live Oak Chiropractic, 651 US 183, Ste. 155, celebrated its ribbon cutting Oct. 6. Call 260-8558 or visit liveoakchiropractic.com for more information.

15. Day school

This month, The Good Earth Day School moved to a small farm at 10820 E. Crystal Falls Parkway. It offers a Waldorf/Montessori curriculum to children ages 3 months to 5 years. Care is available from 7 a.m.-5:45 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Enrollment is limited to 45 children. Call 259-3922 or visit www.goodearthschool.com.

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