pflugerville around and about: Pflugerville's Pfestival and Expo - A Great Turn Out Today
- 10/18/08 01:08 PM
Today was the Pflugerville Pfamily Pfestival & Expo and it could not have been a more perfect fall weather day for the event. The turn out was great and people really enjoyed all the happenings. There was something for everyone including over 100 business and community organization exhibits and demonstrations featuring Classic car show, Travis County Star Flight and Texas National Guard helicopter displays, public safety displays, performances by local school, youth and church groups plus a lot more. Oh, and plenty of food from some of Pflugerville's fine restaurants. The Greater Pflugerville Chamber of Commerce hosts the Expo each year to … (6 comments)
pflugerville around and about: Green N Growing Garden Center in Pflugerville is a Gardeners Delight
- 10/17/08 04:35 PM
I love the fall season. Here in Texas, with a hint of cooler air and a nice seasonal selection of vegetables, flowers and other assorted outdoor plantings, it's like spring all over again for gardeners. One of my favorite places to shop for all my landscape needs is Green N Growing located in downtown Pflugerville. On a recent visit here, I took a few pictures to share your way. Enjoy the tour of flowers, plants and trees at this captivating garden palace - Green N Growing.
Green N Growing is a family owned Garden Center and Nursery open year around. Tim & … (0 comments)
pflugerville around and about: Pflugerville Pfamily Pfestival & Expo - October 18, 2008
- 10/10/08 08:03 AM
Come join the fun at the 2008 Pflamily Pfestival & Expo Saturday October 18th from 9:00 to 3:00. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Expo. Admission is free. This year the event will take place on the grounds of Hill Country Bible Church located at 303 E. Pfluger Pkwy. Activities planned are Merchant booths, performances by local church and youth groups, classic auto displays, child ID, kid's activities, helicopter displays, demonstrations, Fire Safety House and much more. Concessions will be provided by HEB plus participating Merchants will offer some fabulous door prizes. While you're here, I welcome you to stop … (1 comments)
pflugerville around and about: Landmarks of Days Gone By in Pflugerville Texas
- 09/21/08 04:17 AM
Since the founding of Pflugerville in 1860, there has been much growth and change. Yet even today there are many landmarks that represent the early history of what was once a small farming community. Here are four sites that hark back to those early days.
Former Pflugerville Library- The City of Pflugerville provided some funds and a small house at 102 S. 3rdfor a nominal rent where the Library was housed from 1985 until 1999 when it relocated to a new and much larger building. Today, the site of the former library is occupied by a gift shop, Oh-La-La. Hanover's … (1 comments)
pflugerville around and about: Gaddys Hardware - A Fun & Friendly Place to Shop
- 09/18/08 03:04 AM
With all the changes and new big-box stores, you can be assured that one thing will not change in Pflugerville ... the people, friendly service and small-town atmosphere at Gaddy's Hardware Store. In the early 1970's, Frank and Lynn Gaddy opened a small feed store in downtown Pflugerville. As time passed, Gaddy's grew to meet the needs of its customers, and they moved to their current location where Gaddy's Hardware Store was established. Even today, the hardware store ‘takes you back a step in time' - a blend of traditional flair with choices of the present in every nook and … (0 comments)
pflugerville around and about: Pflugerville Police Chief Charles Hooker Recognized
- 09/17/08 09:02 AM
The Texas Crime Prevention Association sponsors an awards program annually to select top crime prevention specialists and activities in a number of categories throughout the state. This year one of Pflugerville's own earned the award of Outstanding Crime Prevention Manager of the Year. Chief Hooker was recognized for the many successful crime prevention programs that he supports and offers to the citizens of Pflugerville. These programs include: * Strong supporter of the D.A.R.E. program* Residential & Commercial Crime Prevention Surveys* National Night Out* Bicycle Rodeo* Drop It and Lock It campaign (to eradicate theft)* Child ID* Neighborhood Watch* Engraver Loaner … (0 comments)
pflugerville around and about: The Greater Pflugerville Chamber of Commerce - A Community Leader
- 09/16/08 07:00 PM
Located in the heart of historical downtown Pflugerville, the Greater Pflugerville Chamber of Commerce has an honored history for being an advocate to the business community and promoting Pflugerville as a great place to live, work and play. The Chamber works to support and enhance the growth of Pflugerville in many ways. For residents, newcomers, travelers, and potential businesses, they provide a large spectrum of information about Pflugerville. A comprehensive website has been established for the convenience to those out of area. For walk-in visitors, the Chamber provides a brochure rack with plenty of area information including phone books and … (0 comments)
pflugerville around and about: Have You Ever Walked a Labyrinth?
- 09/14/08 12:54 PM
If you've walked through a labyrinth laid out on the floor or ground in a church, public park, hospital, school, retreat center or even progressive businesses, you've joined millions of people who've discovered this wonderful tool for personal, psychological and spiritual transformation. Labyrinths date back at least 3500, and it is only since the early 1990‘s that they have undergone a dramatic revival into non-religious settings springing up all over the world in diverse places such as Central Park in New York City, Johns Hopkins Medical Center in Baltimore, Grace Cathedral in San Francisco and the Riverfront Walkway in Naperville, Illinois … (8 comments)
Pflugerville has one of the best public park system around offering a total 28 miles of scenic trails. Many of these trails wander throughout the city, under bridges and along the banks of Gilliand Creek. The trails have numerous entrances that feed into several neighborhoods and loop around tree-shaded parks, playground and picnic areas. Many of the trails are concrete surface making it easy and enjoyable for joggers and bike riding. On any given day, your bound to see all sorts of activity here with a basketball court, sand vollyball, two plays cape areas and several picnic & barbeque … (0 comments)
pflugerville around and about: The Fallen Warrior Memorial
- 09/11/08 03:19 AM
Today marks 7 years since the 911 tragedy. A day that we remember and honor those who died that September 11 and the many more who gave their life serving for our peace and freedom. Pflugerville has lost three of its own since that day and nine more dating back to World War I who died in war. Through the efforts of a group of citizens, The Pflugerville Fallen Warrior Committee was formed in 2004 to plan a way to memorialize those soldiers. Thanks to them and the many other citizens, $100,000 was raised to fund the project. As a result, … (2 comments)
pflugerville around and about: All God’s Creatures Pet Grooming in Pflugerville
- 09/06/08 09:46 AM
Got a dirty dog? The stylists at All God's Creatures are ready to give your pet a magical makeover. From bath and cut to trim and brush, they do it all. Located in the heart of downtown Pflugerville, All Gods Creatures is a small and friendly full-service pet grooming studio. Owner, Lisa Delgado, opened her dog doors shop 14 years ago and has been pampering pets ever since. And just as the Pflugerville population has grown more than double the size during that time, so has her pet clientele. Last October, Lisa relocated to her business to a larger space … (3 comments)
pflugerville around and about: Pflugerville Farmers Market is Fun!
- 09/01/08 05:52 PM
I can honestly that I never get too excited about shopping for tomatoes, cucumbers, yellow squash and zucchini in our local supermarkets. But take me to a Farmer's Market and I'm like a little kid in a candy store. I love Farmer's Markets and I'm happy to see that Pflugerville now has one of our own thanks to some pretty fine local sponsors. I went to our Farmers Market last Tuesday and the truth is that you just can't trade the experience of chatting with people who grow their own food, bake their own breads, can their own jams, and … (3 comments)
pflugerville around and about: Shopping In Pflugerville is Fun at the Old Prague Market
- 09/01/08 10:33 AM
The smell of wonderful scents is your first introduction when you step into this charming shop. But it's the assortment of wonderful products that is most appealing. Leave plenty of time for browsing because the selection of merchandise deserves close attention. The store offers a unique and quality collection of crystal, china, stemware, linens, floral arrangements, jewelry, accessories and a array of other items for the home and any gift-giving occasion. Noteworthy of mention is the complete line of Tyler Candles, Bohemia Crystal and Le-Tee-Da Fragrance Lamp Collection. The husband-and-wife team of W.C. and Barbara Kolinek opened The Old Prague … (0 comments)
pflugerville around and about: The Bead Choice in Pflugerville Offers a Great Selection of Beads & More
- 08/25/08 09:12 AM
Beads, beads and more beads. That's what ‘The Bead Choice' is all about.. And an awesome selection of beads at that - glass beads, seed beads, gemstones, turquoise, coral, peal and shell to name just a few. They also offer a ‘choice' selection of stringing supplies, tools, sterling silver chains, suede and other products for completing your craft projects Stop in on any given day and you're bound to find co-owner, Brandon Turner, manning the shop and stringing beads. What started out as a hobby for Brandon, developed into a passion and then into his own business. "We work hard … (2 comments)
Today was the Pflugerville Pfamily Pfestival & Expo and it could not have been a more perfect fall weather day for the event. The turn out was great and people really enjoyed all the happenings.
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