texas: 874 Pebblebank Lane, League City, TX. 4-5 Bedroom Home for Rent
- 01/01/10 12:58 PM
Located in the South Shore Harbour subdivision in League City, Texas, this former Perry model home has many lovely upgrades for gracious living. 4-5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath, Detached Garage, Unfurnished
The 2-story entry is cradled left and right with a formal dining room and study, both with hardwood floors. Wrought iron staircase and catwalk spindles frame the view as you walk into the open den with a soaring wall of windows and corner fireplace. Breakfast area is right off the island kitchen that features granite counters, stainless appliances (refrigerator negotiable), 42" cabinets and plenty of storage space for a large family. Pantry has generous floor to ceiling shelving and the … (2 comments)
texas: League City, Texas: Christmas Tree Recycling
- 12/31/09 05:46 AM
Ring in the New Year!Recycle Your live Christmas Tree! You're on a roll taking the Holiday Decorations down and getting your house back to "everyday". If you are about to drag your live tree down to the curb . . . how about bringing your tree to the Recycling Center. The League City Recycling Center is at 1535 Dickinson Avenue, under the FM 96 overpass a little east of Hwy 3. Bring only live trees and remove all decorations. Christmas trees are only accepted during business hours. They will grind the trees and use the organic material. You can bring clear and colored glass and also paper … (0 comments)
texas: Farmer's Market: Rain or Shine in Clear Lake Shores, Texas
- 11/12/09 12:32 PM
EVERY SATURDAY it is worth your while to get up early and head over to Clear Lake Shores, Texas. Inside the tents set up at 1020 Marina Bay Drive (aka FM 2094), near FM 146/Kemah, you can find fresh, locally grown produce and other local products, foods and services. This farmer's market happens rain or shine, 8 am to 12 noon, year-round. Available items include jams and preserves, nuts, wines, specialty cookies and other baked goods, crepes on-demand, grass-fed beef/meat, shrimp tacos, olive oil, fresh flowers, organic baby food, indian food, and many other wholesome and delicious items. There is a knife and tool sharpening service that will … (0 comments)
texas: Houston Bay Area: Community Theatre: The Biggest Li'l Theatre in Texas!
- 11/08/09 03:04 PM
Do you find you enjoy local area entertainment mainly when you have out-of-town guests? This year we had a succession of family and friends visit us within a short period of time. Activities were planned, and we wanted to enjoy ourselves along with our guests. We did not want to do the same things for all three groups of visitors. Consequently, a door was opened to new possibilities and we discovered The College of the Mainland's Community Theatre in Texas City, Texas. This venue is easy driving distance to virtually anywhere in the Clear Lake area of Houston, Texas.THE BIGGEST LI'L … (0 comments)
texas: Bungalow Shopping and Flip Flopping
- 09/24/09 01:34 PM
This week I went bungalow shopping with some clients new to the Galveston, Texas area. Craftsman details, hardwood floors and vintage tile had all of us excited and eager to see the next one. Then, the downpour started. Average rainfall here is about 48" per year, but it is never distributed evenly. This precipitation seemed more like the 4" per hour kind. . . Cats and dogs, with some chickens and hogs thrown in. We finished examining the details of the house and decided to make a run for the car. But, aye-eeee! The rain was ice cold so we huddled instead on the generous covered porch waiting … (7 comments)
texas: Houston New Construction: Home Buying Process and Punch List
- 09/12/09 10:13 AM
It is fun to help people buy brand new homes. When buyers contract with a builder from scratch, they get to make the upgrade and color selections themselves at the design center. Choosing everything from the exterior brick to the faucets can be overwhelming - even exhausting, but the home is put together to your specifications, as allowed by the builder. Buyers get to see the whole process: the slab and flat work, the "bones" of the house aka framing, the exterior cladding whether brick, siding, stucco or other, and the interior being finished out piece by piece. New home buyers can also purchase spec homes. The upgrades and … (0 comments)
texas: Landscape Revival: after Hurricane Ike: Galveston, Texas: Sept. 26, 2009
- 09/09/09 12:09 PM
On the island of Galveston, Texas this week you will find Revival and Reflections, events to commemorate Hurricane Ike last September. The people who live on the island and the area as a whole have made great progress in putting their lives and their properties back together. If you are at a point, like many, where the repairs on your home or property are complete or nearly complete, it is now time to consider your landscape. The saltwater that damaged or destroyed your plants may still remain in your soil. Consider having your soil tested if you have not done this already, to see if any nutrients need to be … (4 comments)
texas: League City, Tx Animal Shelter: Caring Families adopt Animals
- 09/08/09 04:14 PM
The staff of the League City, Texas, Animal Shelter are guided by a commitment to community service and professionalism. They provide protection and service to all the citizens of the community. Education about humane and responsible pet ownership, enforcing city/state ordinances and ending unnecessary euthanasia are some of their goals. The League City Animal Care & Adoption Center (LCACAC) is one of the best things about the Animal Shelter. They want the animals in their care to have that life-changing experience - - - to go from being sheltered to being received into loving hearts and homes. The Center has limited space! Dogs and cats, all … (0 comments)
texas: Gymnastics: League City, Texas. Classes for children ages 4 to 12.
- 09/05/09 08:01 AM
Gmnastics classes are being offered for children ages 4 to 12 years old through the Parks Recreation Department in League City, Texas. Fall classes are on Tuesdays, and start right after Labor Day on September 8. Through gymnastics exercises and challenges, children have fun and the chance to develop confidence, self-awareness and body control in a safe and non-competitive setting. Increasing motor skills and general physical ability is achieved through mat/floor exercise and the use of apparatus such as balance beams, parallels, bars and wedges. Children should wear clothing suitable for gymnastics. Classes are for boys and girls. Children are divided into groups … (0 comments)
texas: Ballet: League City, Texas. Fall Classes for Boys and Girls
- 09/05/09 05:42 AM
Classical Ballet is offered this fall through the League City, Texas Parks Recreation Department. Boys and girls ages 3-8 are invited to sign up to receive instruction by the Houston International Ballet Academy. These city-sponsored classes are a great introduction for children to start learning the beginning levels of classical ballet, which is the sole focus of the Academy. Beginner ballet classes start September 7, 2009. Classes will be held at the Houston International Ballet Academy Studio in League City: 301 Highway 3 North (north of Main St, also called Hwy 518). Classes run from Sept. 7 to Dec. 23, 2009 Pre-Ballet/Creative MovementAge 3Mondays 4:00-4:45 pm Pre-BalletAges 4 … (4 comments)
texas: YogurtBear: Healthy, Delicious and Fun Frozen Yogurt in League City, Texas
- 08/30/09 02:18 PM
YogurtBear, serving frozen yogurt, is a welcome addition to the HEB-anchored shopping center at I-45 and FM-646 in League City, Texas. The store opened on May 11 of this year, after the owners determined that frozen yogurt was not readily available nearby, and they wanted to share their love of it!The unique "healthy, delicious and fun" concept flavors not only the delicious yogurt, but also the look and feel of the store. The greater League City area now has frozen yogurt, in 12 yummy flavors. Since YogurtBear is not a franchise, the owners had to research, develop and coordinate all the details … (4 comments)
texas: League City, Texas: Mandatory WATER RATIONING
- 07/02/09 12:29 PM
MANDATORY WATER RATIONING . . . Under threat of Penalty for ViolationStrong words for citizens who now need to be aware that The City of League City, Texas has enacted a stage 2 response to the water shortage.June is typically a wet month, but this year the rainfall so far has been little more than not much. What happened to the 50-52" a year that we are accustomed to? Water? Since when do we need to water our lawns and sprinkle the flowers? Latest news is that even though the brown tips of your St. Augustine are increasing daily, now you … (0 comments)
texas: Bay Area Texas, Habitat for Humanity - Shop Kroger to Donate
- 06/26/09 07:00 AM
Do you grocery shop at Kroger? If so, you may carry their Kroger plus card for discounts and rewards. This card is also a way for organizations to receive a donation when you shop and scan the Kroger card. You, the shopper, must choose the recipient of the Kroger Neighbor to Neighbor Donation Program for your member card. Your qualifying purchases can help benefit Bay Area Habitat for Humanity - Houston, Inc., Texas. A new year for the program begins July 1, 2009, ending April 30, 2010. You can designate Bay Area Habitat for Humanity - Houston, Inc. at the check-out. … (0 comments)
texas: Galveston County, Texas: West Nile Virus: Prevention Please!
- 06/26/09 05:25 AM
Summer is West Nile virus (WNV) season in Galveston County, Texas. Simple mosquito bites are annoying enough but the mosquito-borne WNV can be dangerous and even deadly. WNV can cause encephalitis, a serious brain infection. There are steps all of us can take to prevent and protect against the illness.Mosquitoes carry the disease, after feeding on infected birds. The mosquitoes can transmit it to humans, and also birds and other animals. The virus is detectible year round, it is now part of our environment, but more so during the warmer months. Here are some steps to help prevent infection:1. . Use … (0 comments)
texas: Sunset in Victory Lakes, League City, TX
- 03/04/09 02:24 AM
One of my favorite photos, I admit it is a repost. Victory Lakes subdivision defines itself as well above ordinary with lovely landscaping and extensive walking/biking/jogging trails along the man-made lakes. There is a swimming pool, kiddie pool, tennis courts and playground. Feed the ducks who parade around the lakes! Multiple bunko groups and friendly neighbors. There are currently 6 sections and a selection of builders. Sounds great? Yep. … (0 comments)
Located in the South Shore Harbour subdivision in League City, Texas, this former Perry model home has many lovely upgrades for gracious living. 
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