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.
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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
Mesquite Metro Airport
The City of Mesquite proudly promotes the benefits of the airport in the economic development of their city. The purpose of the Mesquite Metro Airport is to provide safe, efficient and environmentally sensitive air transportation facilities appropriate to the needs of the community.
Among the goals of the Airport is to enhance the community and use the airport to it’s maximum. They are compliant with local, state and federal laws regarding airport operations, security and safety. The Airport strives to recover costs through user fees and market value leases and agreements. The Airport wants to be a flexible transportation facility.
If you have never had the opportunity to visit the Mesquite Metro Airport, it is actually a really fun experience. My Brother-in-law recently got his pilot’s license and made flew into the Mesquite Metro Airport to visit family. We had such a fun time visiting the airport and of course watching the planes fly in and out. The highlight for my kids of course was getting in the plane and pretending that they were flying it.
I would definitely recommend the Mesquite Metro Airport for anyone need to fly in and out of the area as well as it has great field trip potential for kids.
Cut N Edge
With Summer upon us, who really wants to stop and take care of the yard? Cut ‘N Edge is owned and operated by Rob Davison. Rob has over 20 years experience and is very reliable. They do both residential and commercial lawns and landscaping. It does not matter if it is a homeowner, custom builder, corporation or pool company you will find them to be trustworthy. They have the same consistent service. His crews show up on the same day each week. Cut ‘N Edge offers year round service for lawn/landscape maintenance, landscape design and installation.
They are licensed by Texas Department of Agriculture for fertilization and weed control. They use high quality products and have six (6) treatment programs over the year.
You can trust them with your irrigation system. They are licensed by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. They do installation as well as repair and use dependable products from Rainbird and Hunter.
Other services Cut ‘N Edge offer are custom cedar fences, sod installation, preparation of flowerbeds, spring and fall clean up, core aeration, drainage systems, arbor and outdoor living area, custom stonework, tree installation and trimming, grading and leveling and installation and removal of Christmas lights.
I have been using Cut N Edge for years on my own personal home and would reccommend to anyone!
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Blue Canyon
Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern is located at the Harbor in Rockwall.
The atmosphere at Blue Canyon will bring back memories if you have visited a rustic lodge such as those found in National Parks. It is labeled a Destination restaurant. They offer creative American cooling guaranteed to delight you palate.
Renowned Chef Brandt Evans oversees the collection of food and flavors you will be served. Chef Evans offers leadership to young cooks who, just as he, took an interest in cooking at an early age. His two brothers Larry and Scott worked their way up from dishwashers to executive chefs. All three brothers have a passion about offering their guests food and believe in Chef Evans vision to create dishes which stimulate the taste buds. Each chef has a flare and create tantalizing food. The employees at Blue Canyon are like family.
They strive to “entertain your tastebuds” and accept only excellence. They treat their guests as family.
This will be an exciting adventure and a great escape. You can plan dinner or go to the Sunday Brunch and dine while listening to great Jazz. Blue Canyon has a great outdoor area by the bar. For my birthday, some friends and I enjoyed appetizers outdoors and it was a fabulous evening. I highly recommend giving them a try and be sure to tell them that Lake Ray Hubbard Living.com sent you.
Joe Willy’s
Joe Willy’s is located at 2006 South Goliad Street, Rockwall.
Joe Willy’s is a great family owned and operated home town restaurant. The setting is casual and very family oriented. The hamburgers, cheese fries, onion rings and fried pickles will charm your taste buds. Many of my friends swear that Joe Willy’s has the mushrooms around, too! You can dress your own hamburgers from the large table…just the way you like it. A favorite of most men is the huge Chicken Fried Steak, too!
The atmosphere is local community with pictures of the local sports and Jerseys on display for the local sports teams. Joe Willy’s also gives back to the community by doing fundraisers for schools and little league sports.
Give Joe Willy’s a try and be sure to tell them that Lake Ray Hubbard Living.com sent you.
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