Corner Pocket Sandwich Shoppe
The Corner Pocket Sandwich Shop is not new to downtown Garland, but it is new to me! It was opened in 1975 at the corner of Sixth Street and Main. It is now located at Sixth and State Street. The owner is Mark Zigler, who purchased the business in 2004.
Mark was excited about being a part of downtown Garland. Mark said, “It’s a hometown atmosphere where you get to know everyone. It’s like a family, people are not just customers, they are friends and they support you”.
Vickie Rogers is the Manager and has been there several years. Everything is fresh and made on location. One new addition to the menu is custard. They also have many flavors of custard. In honor of “Sweet School Year” Week, I decided to try their frozen custard after hearing rave reviews from some friends. They have a variety of flavors from vanilla to smores. I decided to try the Butter Pecan in a waffle cone. Only one word could describe it….AMAZING! I could say it was simply delicious because of the over 100 degree weather, but that would not be true because it would have been perfect in 30 degree weather, too! Their main feature is not the Frozen Custard though. They have soups, salads, sandwiches and potatoes. A longtime favorite is the MAC, a mushroom, avocado and 4 cheese sandwich with chicken or tuna salad.
When you stop by, be sure to tell them that Lake Ray Hubbard Living.com sent you. Follow The Corner Pocket Sandwich Shoppe on Facebook.
Sweet School Year
In honor of back to school and wishing all students and teachers a “SWEET SCHOOL YEAR”, I will be focusing on the best “sweets” this week. I hope you enjoy and have a “SWEET YEAR”!
Feel free to throw out some suggestions if you have a favorite!
Yogurtland
I scream, you scream, we all scream for YOGURT? Yes, yogurt can be just as good if not better than ice cream. In fact, it is my kids new favorite thing…so don’t tell them it is fat free, sugar free or low sugar and has probiotics in it! Our first visit to Yogurtland was almost a little overwhelming. The place was packed and seemed a bit chaotic, but there was a friendly employee that gave us sample cups to try out the various flavors before we decided what we wanted to buy. They have so many flavors from vanilla to coconut and everything in between. My favorite is the coconut. My kids love the cheese cake and vanilla cookies and cream. My husband prefers to get several flavors and mix them all together. Choosing your flavor is the easy part though! After you serve your yogurt, you then move on to the topping bar. They have everything imaginable from fresh fruit, nuts, cookie dough, cheesecake bites, cereal and more. After you finish creating your masterpiece, you place it on the scale and weigh it. It cost 30 cents per ounce. Every time my family of 4 goes in we get all of ours for around the $10 range.
We have brought several people with us to try out Yogurtland and they are all believers, too! So for our first day of wishing a “SWEET SCHOOL YEAR” try out Yogurtland! It may be a little bit further than the immediate Lake Ray Hubbard area, but it is well worth it. Yogurt Land is located off of Northwest Highway across from North Park Mall; however, they are in the process of opening one at Firewheel Mall. Don’t forget when you try it out to tell them that Lake Ray Hubbard Living.com sent you! Follow Yogurtland on Facebook.
North Texas Sailing School
A review of North Texas Sailing School by my friend Leigh.
This summer my son attended junior sailing classes at the North Texas Sailing School located at the Rush Creek Yacht Club in Heath, TX on Lake Ray Hubbard. There are three sessions each summer that a child can attend. The last one started on July 12, 2010.
For two weeks from 9-4 daily he learned all the key points to a sail boat, safety and learned how to sail a boat. The first week was intense class work and on hands experience in learning everything about the boat, how to sail, boat safety and sailing. Students learn sailing theory, tacks and points of sail, rigging and unrigging the boat, basic knots and other sailing topics. On the second week, the students are out in the water for the duration of the week and putting to use what they learned.
The instructors/teachers on site are mainly previous students and local school teachers. There’s plenty of staff there every day to make one feel comfortable in leaving their child behind for the day. On the very first day, the students are tested on their swimming ability. Show up prepared with the items from the checklist. Your child will need everything on it, especially that life jacket, sun screen and lunch!
Everyday my son told me everything he learned that day. He really enjoyed his time on the water with other students and instructors learning something totally new. They lived on the water and had a total blast. My son slept so soundly every night! And every day he would wake up and ready to go again. I would definitely recommend this class to anyone who is looking for something “out of the box” yet local for their children. All the kids who attended my son’s session were always so excited about getting in a boat and taking off in the water. The location is convenient and so are the hours.
Harry Myers Park
So, it is hot and you are bored. What should you do?
Go to Harry Myers Park in Rockwall and enjoy the afternoon, of course. There is so many things that you can do at this Park. For the nature lover, there are plenty of walking trails that wind around the pond and through the trees, too. For the fisherman, there are lots of great areas for fishing in the pond. If you prefer to just relax, then they have a large covered pavilion for you picnic. There is also a simming pool and skateboard park, too. But, our favorite thing is the Splash Playground. They have arches to run through, a large flower that shoots water, buckets that dump on your head and more. The location of the Splash Playground is perfect for a break in the hot summer day. There are plenty on shaded benches for the adults to look on as the kids run, jump and crawl through the water. Even for the most active of children, an hour or so at the Splash Playground will means a nap will definitely follow. And the best part of it all is that it is absolutely free!
Celebrate Freedom
There is nothing like a good ‘ole Fourth of July Celebration! I like to sit back and reflect on the past celebrations from parades, cookouts, family fun and yes…fireworks. I love all of it! So if you are looking for something to do this weekend, you have found the right place!
Garland-Firewheel Town Center Star Spangled Celebration
July 3 4:00-9:00pm
Entertainment includes activities, music and fireworks synchronized to 94.9 KLTY Patriotic music.
Rockwall-Parade Downtown
July 3 11:00am
The annual parade will go throughout the downtown Rockwall area. The Farmers Market will also be in full swing. Don’t forget to wear your red, white and blue as you watch the parade of community leaders, families and animals.
Rowlett-Que Fest
July 2, 3 & 4
The Rowlett Exchange Club is putting on a huge charity fundraiser in honor of the 4th. It will be held at Elgin B. Robertson Park on Lake Ray Hubbard. The festivities will include games, rides, bar-b-que, music and fireworks each night. More information can be found on the Exchange Club’s website or Facebook.
Sunnyvale
The Sunnyfest has been postponed until July 9.
Wally’s
Wally’s Discount Golf Shop is located at 915 Main Street, Garland, Texas. T
Wally’s is locally owned and trusted. They have been in business since 1970. They offer both retail at the Main Street address and on-line purchases. Wally’s carries all the major brands. This is the place to purchase clubs, golf bags, golf balls, gloves, shoes and accessories.
You can purchase gift items and gift cards. You can receive a 20% discount on purchases made through today, so this is a great time to stock up on all your golfing needs.
Follow Wally’s Discount Golf on Facebook.
Texas Skatium
Texas Skatium is located at 2020 Rowlett Road, Garland, Texas. This is a family oriented entertainment facility. The building is 33,000 square feet and can hold 1,100 people.
The Skatium was recently renovated inside and out. The wood floors have been sanded, the games and skates are new and the bounce area is in place. They have an awesome sound and video system with a large projection screen.
The Skatium offers public skating, bounce house, public and private birthday parties, church parties, private fund raisers, lessons and speed skating. Lessons are offered on Saturday mornings from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for only $5. They offer classes for all ages and levels of skill.
You can print your invitations and wavers on-line. They have a DJ available if you need to hire one for your party.
Thursday Night Family is a great time to try out the facilities. For $25 you can take a family of up to 4 with skate rentals you get a pitcher of soft drink, 4- 10 oz. cups and up to 4 individual pepperoni pizzas.
You will be the hit of the family if you book your next party with Texas Skatium whether the kids are bouncing or skating, you will make their party GREAT!
Flag Day
Flag Day is observed on June 14th of each year. It originated back in 1977 when Congress passed the First Flag Act by adopting the starts and stripes as our national flag. George Washington authorized the flag and it was sewn by Betsy Ross. The original flag had 13 stars on a blue background and 13 red and white stripes. Stars represented heaven and all of men’s goals, and the 13 represented the number of original states. Blue is the color of the chief, red is the color of valor and bravery and white is the color of purity.
Through the years as states were added the number of stars were added to correspond. The 50th star was added in August of 1959 by President Eisenhower.
Flag Day is now observed by people getting together in neighborhoods or towns to celebrate the designers and the history of our country. Through the years the changes have marked important periods of history in our country.
The flag is a symbol of our independence and of national unity. When you see a flag today, why not salute it and thank God for the brave men and women who are protecting our flag and independence?
Fly your FLAG!
Concerts by the Lake
Free and Concert in the same sentence is rare! The Rockwall Parks and Recreation provides sixteen weeks of free concerts at the Amphitheater that started this year on May 6th.
The Rockwall Concert by the Lake Series presents live music, food, fun for families and friends. These events take place at the Harbor in Rockwall. Your best bet for the concerts is to arrive about 6:00 pm and stake claim on your spot. Many people throw out their blankets and then go eat at one of the restaurants at the Harbor.
Sponsors for these concerts are Rockwall Ford, Rockwall Dodge, the City of Rockwall, Dodie’s Cajun Diner, Gloria’s Restaurants, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall and Community Bank Rockwall.
The remaining concerts are:
June 17 – Voodoo Blue – Stevie Ray Vaughan tribute
June 24 – FastLane – Eagles tribute
July 1 – The Grenadines – Blues, Classic & Contemporary Rock
July 8 – Double Ace – classic rock
July 15 – Blaze of Glory – Bon Jovi tribute
July 22 – Professor D – Putting the !!LIFE!! back in LIVE Music!
July 29 – Live 80’s – 1980’s hits
August 5 – PiT PoPs – 1960’s-1970’s hits
August 12 – 4 Way Street – Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young tribute
August 19 – Tommy Alverson – Texas music
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