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My Favorite Things About the Lake Travis Area: Mike Koleber – Nitro Swimming

Written by Todd Hower | May 19, 2014

What’s lake living without swimming?

Since Mike and Tracy Koleber opened Nitro Swimming in Cedar Park more than six years ago, they’ve been raising up successful swimmers. Nitro Swimming offers a variety of swim activities and teams for various ages and skill levels.

When the Kolebers opened their second 30,000-square-foot facility in 2011 in the Lake Travis area, less than three miles west of the Hill Country Galleria on Highway 71, they also continued their tradition of community support.

Some examples of this include allowing local Boy and Girl Scout Troops free use of their facilities for water certifications, as well as free use for training local fire, police and sheriff departments. “It is something that Tracy and I are very proud to provide at no cost as a thank you for what these folks do on a daily basis,” Mike Koleber said.

BBQ Outfitters: Everything You Need for the Sport of Grilling and the Art of Barbecuing

Written by Todd Hower | May 15, 2014

Grilling is a sport. Barbecuing is an art — at least in Texas.

Besides being a great place to call home, the mild climate in Austin makes it easy to do both all year long.

There are plenty of places to discover world class barbecue in the Lake Travis area. You just might find it around the corner at the neighbors house or in your own backyard.

Whether you’re keeping it simple by grilling up some burgers with friends or getting serious by dedicating your day to the art of smoking a brisket, having the right tools for the job is key.

Magpie in Lakeway: The Perfect Place to Score a Gift for Mom

Written by Mandy Spivey | May 7, 2014

Do you have a little something special planned for Mom this Sunday?

Some holidays just seem to sneak up on you. I won’t try to hide it; Mother’s Day is one of these times of the year that doesn’t stick in my mind.

This year’s big day is May 11, which is this coming Sunday. Luckily, I have a locally owned hidden treasure for you to visit and discover lady-like gifts of all kinds.

Bee Cave Public Library: Summer Reading Programs, Bee Cave Book Club, and More!

Written by Todd Hower | April 10, 2014

Do you like to read?

Finding a good library in the area will afford you many opportunities. Besides having a place for some quiet time and finding good books — you’ll have the chance to connect with other book lovers, encourage your little ones to read, volunteer and more.

But did you know the Bee Cave Public Library is more than just a “good” library?

According to Library Journal’s Index of Library Service 2012, Bee Cave is home to a nationally top-ranked public library based on a comparison with libraries of similar population, size and budget.

At the Bee Cave Public Library, you can take advantage of all sorts of reading programs, special events, cool online tools, and more.

Amy's Ice Creams: The Desire to Make People’s Day

Written by Emily O'Shaughnessy | March 13, 2014

If you live in Austin, there’s a good chance you’ve been to at least one of the 13 Amy’s Ice Creams locations in the area. Although the shops are all similar, each one offers something a little bit different. There’s a uniqueness to Amy’s that you can’t find just anywhere.

Not only are their products top notch and locations fun to visit, but the employees and overall philosophy truly sets Amy’s Ice Creams (yes, it’s plural) apart.

Although Amy’s is, of course, an ice cream shop they do so much more than sell ice cream. They support the local community in countless ways. They believe strongly in entrepreneurship and have programs that encourage and assist their employees start their own small businesses. Amy’s regularly shares financial data with the workers and places a high value on service.

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