It's that time of the year again where big hearty meals will be severed at family gatherings and office parties throughout the holiday season.  Experts say that the average person gains 3 to 5 pounds during the holiday season, which is mostly due to overeating and not choosing healthy foods to consume.  You, however, can skip the weight gain by choosing... [Read more...]

Come bring your two-legged and four-legged family to the first annual Pupapalooza at Fire Pit Ceramics on Research Boulevard in Austin, Sunday August 14. This event, from 11a.m. to 3p.m. invites dogs and their humans to come out for a play day benefiting the Austin Humane Society & Animal Trustees of Austin. There will be owner/dog look a like contests... [Read more...]

If you've been running yourself ragged lately, perhaps it is time for a break. What, between work, kids and taking care of matters on the homefront on a daily basis, you deserve a time out! And what better place to take a breather than at a day spa. Good thing Austin has plenty of retreats to choose from. Whether you want a full-service package or just... [Read more...]

Canyon Creek residents, have you ever worried about what your children are up to after school hours? Do your work hours make it hard to meet the bus after school and your child has to be home alone? The Austin City Council’s Social Fabric Initiative created a program back in 1996, Totally Cool, Totally Art, to help solve teen issues by providing after school... [Read more...]

What would you do in the case of an emergency?  Let's say because of this drought a friend passes out due to over exposure to heat, would you know what to do? Hopefully you are never in one of those situations but if you ever encounter an emergency situation, its important to be prepared. With the holiday right around the corner, pool parties, cookouts and other... [Read more...]

Are you tired of our typical exercise routine? Would you like to get out and exercise while having fun and supporting a great cause? Well if so you should participate in the many races in Austin. There are many fun runs, and races in the Austin community that will give you the opportunity to exercise and have fun all while supporting a good cause. Check out... [Read more...]

Did you know that the month of May is National Bike Month. So why not join in the celebration and visit some of the biker friendly trails right here in Austin. There are over 200 miles of jogger and biker friendly trails in Austin. These trails make the usual bike exercise more fun.On these you will not feel like your working out while riding. Many of... [Read more...]

Monterone Canyon Creek residents, take advantage of the state-of-the-art fitness and aerobic facility located on the property. Residents of other apartment communities have to travel miles away just to exercise at a gym. In addition to saving time, you are saving money because you don’t have to pay for a gym membership or monthly fees. The aerobic area in... [Read more...]

I don't know about you, but I always find it more of a challenge to be motivated to workout in the winter. During the warmer months, there is tennis and you can go for a run on the beautiful grounds at Monterone Canyon Creek. Or of course, you can swim in the breath taking outdoor pool. But what about during the winter, when it is cold outside? Luckily,... [Read more...]