• Cultivating Thankfulness and Mindfulness

    Cultivating Thankfulness and Mindfulness

    Changing seasons from Hot to Not As Hot (fall for non-native Texans) is the perfect time to reflect and add mindfulness to your daily routine. You’ve probably heard about mindfulness and practicing gratitude — both are excellent ways to reduce stress and improve your mood. Admittedly, mindfulness is a tough concept to grasp, but everyone……


  • College Gameday Guide: Texas Longhorn Football

    College Gameday Guide: Texas Longhorn Football

    Longhorns fans everywhere cheer “Hook ‘em Horns!” as the UT football season kicks into high gear! Can you hear the roar of the burnt orange crowd as 100,000+ voices fill the stadium with The Eyes of Texas? Each game has a unique and electric vibe — the only way to experience the full effect is……


  • September Music Scene

    September Music Scene

    September has arrived in all of its much-anticipated glory! With it comes the promise of cooler evenings and the vibrant hum of live music in the air. As the sun begins to set a bit earlier, the stage is set for Bastrop’s live music scene to shine — and many stages will be filled throughout……


  • Become a Fall Foodie

    Become a Fall Foodie

    Fall is an excellent time to up your foodie game! Fall veggies like mushrooms and squash are perfect for creating delicious dishes everyone will enjoy. And now you can get them fresh from the growers through a new co-op in Bastrop! Here are some recipes to get you started, plus the info you need to……


  • Celebrate Labor Day in Fredericksburg

    Celebrate Labor Day in Fredericksburg

    What do polo, wine, and hot-air balloons have in common? They’ll all be together for a unique celebration in Fredericksburg at the Victory Cup Hot Air Balloon Bash. You won’t want to miss this chance to ride a hot-air balloon on Labor Day weekend! It’s a short trip from Bastrop to Grapetown Vineyards for the……


  • Get Back in Shape in Bastrop

    Get Back in Shape in Bastrop

    Have you neglected your fitness routine this summer? We all do it sometimes and need to get back on track. New routines are beginning as the kids go back to school — why not start a new one for yourself?! Getting started is probably the hardest step. But don’t worry because Bastrop offers several places……


  • Beat the Bastrop Heat: Safety Tips

    Beat the Bastrop Heat: Safety Tips

    Texas has been setting new heat records this year, and it looks like we’re in for several more weeks of 100+ temps. It is more important than ever to stay safe outside and truly beat the heat. Here are some tips to help you avoid common heat issues. First and foremost, never leave pets or……


  • Unlocking Your Student’s Potential: Designing an Inspiring Study Space

    Unlocking Your Student’s Potential: Designing an Inspiring Study Space

    The first day of school is right around the corner! Is the first day of school outfit ready to rock? Is the new backpack overflowing with new supplies? You want nothing more than for your student to succeed in the classroom. That’s why we put together this plan to help you design a comfortable space……