Date Archives: March 2022

It's springtime in Texas, and it's time to lace up your running shoes! The coming months bring some of our real estate agents' favorite 5k events of the year, and the sooner you start getting ready, the better. 

Many of these runs and walks also help raise money for great causes, and all offer amazing views of the Texas Hill Country scenery. Mark your calendars for these upcoming 5k events in Round Rock and the surrounding areas:

• Red Poppy 5k - Georgetown, TX 78633
  Coming right up on April 29, the Red Poppy 5k is part of Georgetown's Red Poppy Festival. This timed run/walk follows a picturesque course alongside the San Gabriel River and is just one of many exciting events that are part of the annual festival. Be sure to stick around for food, drinks, games, music, and entertainment near these Georgetown homes for sale. 
  
  
• Great Futures 5k - Georgetown, TX 78633
  If you get done with the Red Poppy 5k and are still ready to run, then you're in luck. On April 30—the very next day—you have an opportunity to participate in the Great Futures 5k, a virtual 5k that benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Georgetown. Technically you can complete the run/walk any time between April 30 and May 7 and then upload your time to the race website.
  
  
• Donut Dash 5k - Round Rock, TX 78664
  Are you ready to accept the donut challenge? Now in its 4th year, the annual Donut Dash returns to the city of Round Rock on May 14, offering an opportunity to run a 5k and feast on your favorite local donuts. Free donuts will be provided at the midpoint of the race by Round Rock Donuts, and participants are encouraged to grab one (or a dozen) to refuel on the way. Keep an eye out for some of these Round Rock homes for sale as you complete the racecourse!
  
  
• Super Family Fund Run - Round Rock, TX 78665
  Get ready for the 7th annual Super Family Fund Run, which takes place in the city of Round Rock on May 21. This event benefits Brady's Bridge After-School Program for Kids of All Abilities and includes a timed 5k, a 1-mile fun run, and a 5k workout challenge with Camp Gladiator. It takes place in Old Settler's Park in Round Rock, which is home to some of the city's most beautiful scenery.
  
  
• Summer Sizzler 5k - Cedar Park, TX 78613
  By the time June rolls around, you can expect things to get might toasty in the Austin area! That's part of the fun of the Summer Sizzler 5k, an annual event that returns to the suburb of Cedar Park this year on June 5. You'll definitely sweat it out as you complete the race, which takes place at Brushy Creek Sports Park, mere minutes from many Cedar Park homes for sale. 
  
  
• 5k for Clay - Round Rock, TX 78664
  The 5k for Clay is an annual summertime race that is typically held on a Sunday morning in mid-August. The 2022 date is expected to be August 12th, though it has yet to be confirmed at the time of publication, so stay tuned. In any event, the race benefits the Clay Madsen Recreation Center, which strives to be a safe place where children and adults can learn leadership and sportsmanship in the Round Rock area.

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Are you, like our real estate agents, in the midst of a thorough spring cleaning? Give your gently used clothes, furniture, books, appliances, and household goods new life at these worthy Central Texas donation centers, just minutes from Round Rock homes for sale. 

• Treasures Thrift Store & Boutique - 1099 E. Main Rd., Round Rock, TX 78664
  True to the name, Treasures Thrift Store & Boutique is full of great finds at low prices. Proceeds from the shop, which includes an upscale clothing boutique, benefit the Round Rock Serving Center. For more than 30 years, the center has operated a food pantry and programs such as Computers for Kids, Community Gardens, and Keep Round Rock Warm. The thrift store welcomes donations of clothing, books, furniture, and appliances. Hours are 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday.
  
  
• Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center - 601 W. Louis Henna Blvd., Round Rock, TX 78664
  The Salvation Army is best known for its iconic bell-ringers spotted on street corners and outside stores during the holidays, but their good works go on year-round. Clothing, furniture, appliances, and household goods can be contributed to the Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center. These stores are specifically designated to support the Salvation Army's Adult Rehabilitation Centers, where people dealing with substance abuse can get assistance to work towards a second chance. Hours are 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Wednesday and Sunday.
  
  
• Goodwill Central Texas - 677 University Blvd., Round Rock, TX 78665
  Self-sufficiency gives people the confidence to continue improving their lives. Goodwill Central Texas partners with employers and service providers to provide opportunities for meaningful work. Their network of retail stores helps raise funding for programs such as the Goodwill Career & Technical Academy, which offers free training, career support, and job placement services. Collectibles, clothing, jewelry, and electronics are just a few of the items available for sale. Hours are 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily except Sunday when doors open at 10 a.m.
  
  
• APA! Thrift - 5801 Burnet Rd., Austin, TX 78756
  In 1997, Austin Pets Alive! started as an advocacy group dedicated to saving the lives of vulnerable homeless animals near Austin homes for sale. As the organization grew to include pet adoptions and medical care, APA Thrift! was opened to help raise funds. With two floors of selling space, the boutique-style shop has plenty of room for your donated goods. Items accepted include clothing, jewelry and accessories, books, home decor, electronics, collectibles, and furniture. Hours are 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, noon - 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon - 6 p.m. Sunday.

A strong sense of community runs through Round Rock and the Central Texas area. Contact us at RE/MAX Capital City for all your local real estate needs.

Spring is in the air, and it's time to pay a visit to our real estate agents' favorite golf courses in Central Texas! There's no better time to hit the links. 

The rolling landscape of the Texas Hill Country couldn't be more perfect for golf. That's why these Central Texas golf courses tend to be just the right balance of fun and challenging. 

• Teravista Golf Club - 4333 Teravista Club Dr, Round Rock, TX 78665
  With views that stretch 50 miles to the horizon, the 7,200-yard, 18-hole championship course at Teravista Golf Club takes full advantage of the Hill Country landscape. Five sets of trees provide unique challenges for golfers of all abilities. Located just minutes from these Round Rock homes for sale. Teravista Golf Club also features a driving range, chipping green, and a 22,000 square-foot practice green that's one of the largest in the area. 
  
  
• The Driving Range Round Rock - 3533 Greenlawn Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78664
  One of the best golf practice facilities in Central Texas, The Driving Range Round Rock is a great place to hone your skills or simply knock a few balls around at the end of the day. A long-range, putting green, chipping green, wedge range, and tee area all combine to encompass 35 acres of golf perfection. The Driving Range Round Rock is open daily from 9 am to 10 pm and features a fully-lit outdoor facility for nighttime practice. 
  
  
• Blackhawk Golf Club - 2714 Kelly Ln, Pflugerville, TX 78660
  Offering one of the most picturesque courses in Central Texas, Blackhawk Golf Club has been a favorite of local golfers since it opened in 1990. In addition to its 7,200-yard links-style course, the club also includes a 15-acre practice facility with a driving range and chipping and putting greens. Blackhawk Golf Club is located in Pflugerville, a beautiful suburb north of Austin that includes many lovely Pflugerville homes for sale. 
  
  
• Georgetown Country Club - 1500 Country Club Rd, Georgetown, TX 78628
  A family-oriented and member-owned golf club just north of Austin, Georgetown Country Club features a beautiful, historic course that was built in the 1920s during the golden age of golf course architecture. The 5,445-yard course—short by today's standards but typical of its era—makes ample use of its natural landscape. It's set among the meandering bends of the San Gabriel River, with rolling hills, rugged embankments, and wooded areas a stone's throw from many Georgetown homes for sale.
  
  
• Forest Creek Golf Club - 99 Twin Ridge Pkwy, Round Rock, TX 78664
  Forest Creek Golf Club features a 7,147-yard par-72 course that has been consistently ranked as one of Central Texas' finest. It's a beautiful course, with groves of native trees bordering its fairways, and the onsite practice facility is also second to none. Focus on distance and accuracy at the driving range, or use the putting green to practice your short game 
  
  
• Avery Ranch Golf Club - 10500 Avery Club Dr, Austin, TX 78717
  Austin's Avery Ranch Golf Club features a course that's uniquely challenging yet eminently playable. It's an 18-hole championship course on the banks of a 60-acre lake with oak-lined fairways. The final 477-yard par-4 hole offers spectacular views out across the Texas Hill Country, and the onsite practice range boasts a two-tier manicured grass tee box with laser-measured yardages to four target greens.

One of the great things about living in Texas is that our climate makes golf a possibility year-round. Contact us today to learn more about life in Central Texas and talk to our real estate agents about finding your dream home in the Texas Hill Country.

Our real estate agents firmly believe that there's no better way to start your day than with a warm, freshly-baked donut and a good cup of coffee. Luckily, here in the Round Rock area, we have an incredible variety of options when it comes to local donut shops. 

Located just north of Austin, Round Rock might just be the secret donut capital of Texas. These are the best places to get your morning donuts in Round Rock and Cedar Park. 

• Round Rock Donuts - 106 W Liberty Ave, Round Rock, TX 78664
  Without a doubt, Round Rock Donuts is the donut shop our local community is best known for. Founded in 1926, Round Rock Donuts has become an iconic staple of the Round Rock area, and they're still using the same original recipe nearly 100 years later. Folks come from all over the world to sample these delicious donuts, enjoy the shop's Western-themed decor and argue about whether the unique hand-rolled dough is yellow or orange. 

• Fresh Donuts - 1920 Sam Bass Rd, Round Rock, TX 78681
  Want some fresh donuts? You'll find them at Fresh Donuts. This local family-owned donut shop always offers friendly service and a great selection of classic donuts. They also make some killer cinnamon rolls, apple fritters, and kolaches both sweet and savory. With a convenient location just minutes from many Round Rock homes for sale, this is definitely a place to return to again and again. 
  
  
• Donut Taco Palace of Round Rock - 16420 N FM 620, Round Rock, TX 78681
  Have you ever seen so many amazing words in the name of one business? Donut Taco Palace of Round Rock delivers on its promise to offer freshly baked donuts and freshly made tacos every day. The breakfast tacos are especially great, and the folks here make some very tasty kolaches too. The donuts are light, fluffy, and available with a wide range of toppings. 
  
  
• Shipley Do-Nuts - 1300 S Mays St, Round Rock, TX 78664
  A beloved Texas-based donut chain, Shipley Do-Nuts has a prime location in Round Rock and is one of the most reliable places to get great donuts in the area. With over 60 varieties of donuts, there's something here for everyone. In addition to classic yeast donuts, they also make some really amazing buttermilk cake donuts, cinnamon twists, and filled donuts with 10 different kinds of filling. 
  
  
• Donuts Crown - 1201 Lakeline Blvd, Cedar Park, TX 78613
  Donuts Crown is a great little donut shop in Cedar Park, offering friendly service and a great selection. The apple fritters and devil's food cake donuts are particular favorites, and Donuts Crown also serves a variety of breakfast fare including croissant sandwiches, breakfast tacos, and kolaches. They make great coffee drinks too and are conveniently located a stone's throw from these Cedar Park homes for sale.
  
  
• Texas Best Mini-Donuts - 1580 Cypress Creek Road, Cedar Park, TX 78613
  When you're on the hunt for your morning donut fix, don't overlook the bite-size offerings from Texas Best Mini Donuts. What they lack in size they make up for in flavor. These tasty little treats, served out of the back of a mobile food truck, are some of the best around. And while the shop does tend to move around a bit, they do a great job updating their Facebook page with info on where and when you can find Texas Best Mini Donuts. 

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