Round Rock / Pflugerville Impacts — June 2009

Round Rock / Pflugerville Impacts — June 2009

Friday, 05 June 2009

1. Lab location

A new draw station of the Doctors General Laboratory opened at 16010 Park Valley Drive, Ste. 300, behind the St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center. The laboratory offers quick lab results that include toxicology and other specialized testing. Call 996-0900 or visit www.dglinc.com.

2. New Vision

Husband and wife team Dr. Javier Zamora and Dr. Debbie Zamora celebrated the groundbreaking of the new Advanced Eye Care and Surgery facility at 501 E. Palm Valley Blvd. on May 11. The 9,300 sq. ft. facility is scheduled for completion in November 2009 and will be one of the only facilities in the area to house both an optometrist and ophthalmologist. Call 248-2424.

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The Texas Education Agency recognized Round Rock ISD and McNeil High School for innovative ways state money was used to improve high school graduation rates and prepare students for college. For more information, visit www.roundrockisd.org.

Water tight

The Round Rock City Council approved an updated Waterwise Program that encourages residents to water only twice a week or less on designated days. The updated plan asks for people to water in the early morning or late evening and not on Mondays because it is the designated water plant recharge day. Hand watering can be done any day. Visit www.roundrocktexas.gov.

Sing, sing, sing

Amy Mathews-Muttwill, an area voice teacher and classical singer who teaches private singing lessons out of her home, offers a summer voice camp for children ages 6 through 12. The cost per student for one week is $165. E-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.vocalzone.org.

3. Food for thought

If Kaleidoscope Toys, 1601 S. IH 35, Ste. 325, can collect 10 barrels of food items by July 31, it will make a $500 donation to the Round Rock Area Serving Center. Kaleidoscope Toys will also be hosting Family Fun Nights Fridays at 6:30 p.m. during the food drive and admission is a food donation for the serving center. Visit www.kstoy.com or call 388-5048.

4. Mind-body connection

Lea Rhoden PhD is now Round Rock Sanctuary. The business, which offers mental health and career counseling, began offering yoga and Pilates classes in April and moved to 1050 Meadows Drive. Classes such as pre- and post-natal, infant and family yoga classes are available. The first yoga or Pilates class is free with the purchase of a pass. Drop-ins are welcomed. Call 248-8877 or visit www.roundrocksanctuary.com.

5. Farmers market

The Brushy Creek Farmers Market opened in May for the summer season and is held Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 16318 Great Oaks Drive. The market features seasonal fruits, vegetables, herbs, meats and fresh flowers and local crafts vendors. Call 440-7196 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

6. Quinns

Quinns, 101 E. Main St., will celebrate new ownership at a grand opening event June 6 featuring live music and catering by Smokey Mo’s. The bar now offers new specials, karaoke Thursdays, beer on tap, and a selection of Texas wines. Call 310-9709; website coming soon, www.quinnsroundrock.com.

7. Pampered pets

An upscale pet salon, La Mia Bella opened in May at 3778 CR 123, Bldg. A., Ste. 3. The pet groomers have more than 10 years of experience and offer high-end products and services. Call 244-9191.

8. Roof tops

Family owned Castle Roofing and Construction opened in April at 107 W. Main St., where the business’ sister company Soleil Floors is located. Castle specializes in roofing and home remodels, and owners Willie and Stephanie Hendrix bring more than 20 years of construction experience to the business. Call 255-7111 or visit www.castleroofingtx.com.

9. Nifty thrifty

Plato’s Closet, located in La Frontera Square at 220 Sundance Parkway, specializes in younger generation consignment clothing and will have a grand opening celebration June 8. Visit www.platoscloset.com.

10. Room for Change

The venue that also offers event planning, Bella Notte at 201 E. Main St., opened an additional banquet room in April. The DaVinci room features chandeliers, a gold ceiling and large columns. For pricing, visit www.bellanotteonmain.com or call 733-2352.

11. Ultra-New

A new diagnostic imaging and 3D ultrasound business opened at 208 W. Bagdad Ave. in May. Bluebonnet Diagnostic offers speedy diagnostic scans and ultrasound packages beginning at $60. The facility is open from 9 a.m to 6 p.m., with extended hours by appointment. Call 341-2366 or visit www.bluebonnet3d.com.

Top RRISD teachers

Old Town Elementary teacher Chris Gieringer and Stony Point Ninth Grade Center teacher Matt Dearmon were named Round Rock ISD Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year at the annual Teacher Excellence Awards reception May 5.

Top PISD teachers

Laura Sledge from Caldwell Elementary and Jerry Karacz from Kelly Lane Middle School were named Pflugerville ISD Teachers of the Year during the district’s employee recognition banquet May 6. The district also recognized teachers at individual campuses, outstanding humanitarians and support staff.

12. Call for vendors

The Pflugerville Farmers Market, which is held Tuesdays from 3 to 7 p.m. through August at 500 E. Pecan St., is seeking produce vendors. Visit www.pflugervillefarmersmarket.com for an application, call 589-2307 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

13. New place to lounge

Featuring 8,000 sq. ft. of space, acoustic music, and a food and drink menu, Krush Lounge & Grill opened in May at 14106 N. IH 35, Ste. A, just south of Pflugerville. For a list of drink specials and upcoming events visit www.krushlounge.com or call 735-7874.

14. Best outdoor living area

Boozer Construction, 201 W. Main St., Ste. 101, won the MAX (Marketing & Advertising EXcellence) award in May from the Home Builders Association of Greater Austin for constructing the best outdoor living area. Call 251-2237 or visit www.boozerconstruction.com.

15. Help triathletes

Volunteers are needed to help coordinate race-day events for the 7: 30 a.m. June 21 Lake Pflugerville Triathlon. Call Bonnie at 989-6959 or visit www.lakepflugervilletri.com.

16. 135th anniversary

The historic Immanuel Lutheran Church, 500 Immanuel Road, celebrated its 135th anniversary in May. Visit www.ilcpville.org or call 251-4494.

17. Dessau Hall re-opens

The historic Dessau Hall, 13422 Dessau Road, was restored to its original décor with refurbished red walls, crystal chandeliers and a 3,000 sq. ft. dance floor. A June 13 grand opening event will feature the Anthony Eby Band. The original dance hall was established in 1876. Call 469-0000 or visit www.dessauhall.com.

18. Pantry people

Sandra and Jack Cochrun, owners and creators of The Storehouse Food Pantry, 1202 FM 685, Ste. C-4, were featured on the AmeriCAN section of “Good Morning America” May 22 for their years of service to the community. The pantry opened in 2003 and has served more than 25,000 people from the area. Visit www.thestorehouseofaustin.org or call 989-9989.

19. Bright idea

Tyson Neal, long-time Round Rock resident, opened lighting store Legend Lighting in May at 15342 N. IH 35. The store sells a wide range of light fixtures and lighting accessories. Call 251-0000; www.legendlightinginc.com coming soon.

20. Airport

Bird’s Nest Airport, the general aviation reliever airport at 15012 Fuch’s Grove Road in Manor, has been renamed the Austin Executive Airport. It will feature a new 6,025-foot runway. Call 272-5337 or visit www.austinexecutiveairport.com.

21. Stay fit

A new gym opened in May at the Plaza at Grand Avenue shopping center, 1700 Grand Avenue Parkway, Ste. 220. Anytime Fitness is open 24 hours a day and offers tanning, free weights and cardio equipment. Showers are available. Call 990-5855 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

22. Event venue

The new Windermere Events Center in Windermere Center at 15803 Windermere Drive, Ste. 600, where the YMCA was previously located, is now available for event booking. The center features 8,000 sq. ft. of space, parking, catering flexibility and rates starting at $500 per day. Visit www.windermereeventcenter.com or call 454-4663 to reserve.

23. Chinese camp

The Formosa Art Tea House at 200 E. Pecan St., Ste. 5 will hold a summer camp June 5-16 for children ages 7 though 16. Participants will be taught Chinese words, calligraphy, arts, sports, music and enjoy a tea ceremony for $60 per person. Call 989-8678 or visit www.drinkarttea.com.

24. Dick’s Sporting Goods

Another retailer will soon open at Stone Hill Town Center. Dick’s Sporting Goods is expected to open June 12 at 19000 Limestone Commercial Drive, Ste. 200. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call 252-2800 or visit www.aaobgyn.com.

Austin Area OBGYN

Austin Area Obstetrics, Gynecology and Fertility, P.A., whose doctors have delivered babies in Austin for more than 45 years, relocated in May from Medical Park Tower to the new St. David’s Women’s Center of Texas, 12200 Renfert Way, Ste. 100. Austin Area OBGYN has twice as much capacity and continues to offer full body scans for the diagnosis and management of osteoporosis. Call 451-8211 or visit www.aaobgyn.com.

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