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November 3, 2023 4:06 pmOur master-planned community sits in Bastrop, a bustling city near the heart of Texas — and the town is gearing... View Article
Our master-planned community sits in Bastrop, a bustling city near the heart of Texas — and the town is gearing... View Article
Ah, fall is finally here, and we are ready to go camping. There’s something cozy and inviting about a campfire... View Article
As Shania Twain once said — let’s go, girls! The toughest part of planning Girls’ Night Out around Bastrop is... View Article
September has arrived in all of its much-anticipated glory! With it comes the promise of cooler evenings and the vibrant... View Article
Fall is an excellent time to up your foodie game! Fall veggies like mushrooms and squash are perfect for creating... View Article
Have you neglected your fitness routine this summer? We all do it sometimes and need to get back on track.... View Article
Everyone loves dinosaurs, right? Dinosaur Park in Cedar Creek, near Bastrop, offers the chance to see the Jurassic wonders up... View Article
Start your day with a caffeine buzz from a local Bastrop Barista! Our town has many good choices for a... View Article
Put on your red, white, and blue, and join us for the first Bastrop Big Bang Celebration! Bastrop’s inaugural 4th... View Article
Cruise with Dad down to the Bastrop Convention and Exhibit Center on June 17 to see some of the finest... View Article
For a destination wedding with beautiful surroundings and venue options from elegant to simple, tie the knot in Bastrop! This... View Article
Bastrop may be a small town, but residents don’t have to leave its charm to find the best gifts for... View Article
Spring is here! What better way to celebrate the warmer days and longer hours of sunshine than by visiting the... View Article
Are you excited about the opening of a brand new school in The Colony? We sure are! Colony Oaks Elementary... View Article
Known as “the Heart of the Lost Pines,” Bastrop is famous for its beautiful outdoor vistas. Whether you’re a Bastrop... View Article
If you’re looking for a place to explore with friends and families this spring, consider a trip to Sherwood Forest... View Article
Known as “the Heart of the Lost Pines,” Bastrop is famous for its beautiful outdoor vistas. But one thing that... View Article
It’s that time again! The Rising Sun Vineyard’s 10th annual Texas Independence Day Jam is here! Three days of live... View Article
What’s happening in downtown Bastrop? If you’ve ever wanted to know the best places to visit or locally-shared secrets in... View Article
Technology may be the leading industry in Austin, but automotive manufacturing is a close second, especially with Tesla’s Gigafactory filing... View Article
If you’re a runner in the Central Texas area, you’re probably aware that the Austin Marathon is just a few... View Article
Valentine’s Day will be here before you know it, and there’s no better way to show your love than with... View Article
Ever wonder why Central Texas and Bastrop County are surrounded by so much natural beauty? It didn’t happen by accident.... View Article
Bastrop Opera House is a great place to enjoy a dinner theater, musical, play, or plan a special date night... View Article
The Christmas season in Bastrop officially kicks off in late November! Whether you’re into holiday shopping, looking at Christmas lights,... View Article
Bring the whole family to Downtown Bastrop to celebrate and honor our veterans at Bastrop’s 16th Annual Veteran’s Day Cruise-In... View Article
Bastrop Art Fest on November 5th Attention art fans and patrons! The Lost Pines Art Center is holding its annual... View Article
A quality public library’s value is hard to quantify. Considering factors such as the impact of improved access to education... View Article
Fall is a special time of year in Central Texas, especially Bastrop. Cooler weather, pumpkin spice, and fall festivities make... View Article
Find Your Favorite Happy Hour in Bastrop Have you ever wondered where “happy hour” comes from? According to historical researcher... View Article
Most American cities with about 10,000 residents don’t have massive movie production studios under development. Bastrop isn’t like most cities,... View Article
Did you know gardening improves your health? According to UNC Health, gardening has several mental and physical health benefits like... View Article
The Bastrop Music Festival returns on Sept 22nd-25th with over four days of live music, featuring more than 40 bands... View Article
Did you know that a vacation or even just a long weekend away from your everyday routine can have a... View Article
Heroes Sports Bar & Scratch Kitchen is the place to be in Bastrop if you’re trying to watch almost any... View Article
Some quick Bastrop history: The most destructive wildfire in Texas’ history started on Sept. 4, 2011, in Bastrop Country. It... View Article
Austin, Texas is known for many things, from live music to an exceptional array of food. But did you know... View Article
Bastrop’s 75th Annual Homecoming and Rodeo is kicking off on August 3rd-6th at Mayfest Park. Starting on Wednesday, August 6th,... View Article
Janis Joplin, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Willie Nelson, and many other legendary performers started their music careers in Austin. That legacy... View Article
Sinking into a theater chair with popcorn and the a/c blasting while it’s 95 degrees with 90% humidity outside is... View Article
Bastrop (and Central Texas in general) is considered by many ornithologists as birdwatcher heaven. Whether you’re an experienced ornithologist or... View Article
Did you know nearly 40% of households in the United States own at least 1 pet dog? People of all... View Article
The 4th of July leaves just one day of the year to celebrate the founding of our country, and this... View Article
World Bourbon Day takes place on June 14th each year. The day is set aside for bourbon lovers around the... View Article
Photo courtesy of Nicolle Ramia Bastrop, Texas (May 20, 2022) –The Home Builders Association of Greater Austin (HBAGA) is honored... View Article
There’s nothing quite like biting into crisp lettuce or vegetables that you’ve grown in your backyard garden. The reward of... View Article
We at The Colony love to highlight Bastrop’s amazing schools, neighborhoods, restaurants, outdoor activities, city parks, and close proximity to... View Article
A lot of people underestimate Bastrop as a vacation and retreat destination. While it’s understandable why they might overlook Bastrop... View Article
Memorial Day in Bastrop, TX Making plans for this Memorial Day weekend? Bastrop is the perfect place to spend a... View Article
As summer quickly approaches, families all over Austin are looking for new activities that the whole family can enjoy. Barton... View Article
Movies on the big screen offer a brief escape from daily life by taking you on an immersive adventure for... View Article
A town’s history is important. People we’ve never met will continue to shape our reality long after they’ve passed on,... View Article
When most people think of farmers markets, they picture fresh produce stacked high on tables. They imagine the bustling hum... View Article
Bastrop is known for amazing restaurants, boutique shops with one-of-a-kind gifts, and local charm, but that’s really just the tip... View Article
Whether it’s grabbing a bite from one of the award-winning restaurants or doing some shopping at a local boutique, there’s... View Article
Ask anyone who has been to Bastrop for a day or lived here for years about the food scene, and... View Article