Busy in Bastrop
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
Tag Archive: life in Bastrop
September Music Scene
September 8, 2023 3:29 pmSeptember has arrived in all of its much-anticipated glory! With it comes the promise of cooler evenings and the vibrant... View Article
Get Back in Shape in Bastrop
August 18, 2023 3:13 pmHave you neglected your fitness routine this summer? We all do it sometimes and need to get back on track.... View Article
Beat the Bastrop Heat: Safety Tips
August 11, 2023 3:02 pmTexas has been setting new heat records this year, and it looks like we’re in for several more weeks of... View Article
Unlocking Your Student’s Potential: Designing an Inspiring Study Space
August 4, 2023 2:09 pmThe first day of school is right around the corner! Is the first day of school outfit ready to rock?... View Article
Mastering the Flames: The Ultimate Backyard BBQ Guide
July 28, 2023 3:08 pmSome of our best memories came from parties in our backyard. Summer nights, the grill, and good friends are unbeatable.... View Article
Roar into Adventure – Cedar Creek Dinosaur Park
July 21, 2023 2:44 pmEveryone loves dinosaurs, right? Dinosaur Park in Cedar Creek, near Bastrop, offers the chance to see the Jurassic wonders up... View Article
Let’s Go For A Walk!
July 14, 2023 3:06 pmWalking outside in the Texas summer heat may not be high on your to-do list—but what if we told you... View Article
Grab a Cup of Coffee in Bastrop
July 7, 2023 3:17 pmStart your day with a caffeine buzz from a local Bastrop Barista! Our town has many good choices for a... View Article
4th of July Fun in Bastrop
June 23, 2023 3:02 pmPut on your red, white, and blue, and join us for the first Bastrop Big Bang Celebration! Bastrop’s inaugural 4th... View Article
Fun Ways for Kids & Teens to Make Money
June 16, 2023 2:06 pmWe all know it’s not easy making a buck, especially when you’re a youngster. And when you don’t have a... View Article
Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market
May 5, 2023 4:01 pmSpring is here! What better way to celebrate the warmer days and longer hours of sunshine than by visiting the... View Article
How To Celebrate Earth Day In Your Neighborhood
April 21, 2023 3:34 pmWhile every day is a day to celebrate the Earth, April 22 is Earth Day—a chance to demonstrate gratitude and... View Article
Refresh Your Home on a Budget This Spring
March 17, 2023 3:29 pmThere’s something utterly rejuvenating that comes with the spring season. After several months of cold and bleak weather, many of... View Article
Things to do this Spring Break in and near Bastrop
March 10, 2023 4:33 pmWith Spring just around the corner and bright sunny days ahead, you’ll want to get outdoors! Whether it’s a picnic,... View Article
Texas Independence Day Jam 2023
March 3, 2023 5:05 pmIt’s that time again! The Rising Sun Vineyard’s 10th annual Texas Independence Day Jam is here! Three days of live... View Article
Get to Know Downtown Bastrop
February 24, 2023 7:15 pmWhat’s happening in downtown Bastrop? If you’ve ever wanted to know the best places to visit or locally-shared secrets in... View Article
Tesla Gigafactory Files Plans for Over $800 Million Gigafactory Expansion
February 10, 2023 4:17 pmTechnology may be the leading industry in Austin, but automotive manufacturing is a close second, especially with Tesla’s Gigafactory filing... View Article
Best Books to Read in 2023
January 27, 2023 10:18 pmWhat books are on your must-read radar for 2023? This year promises to be a phenomenal year in books, with... View Article
Start a New Hobby This Year
January 20, 2023 6:45 pmThe first month of the year is a great time to reflect on the past year, start fresh, and set... View Article
What’s New at The Colony?
January 13, 2023 7:27 pmExciting things are happening in Bastrop, and there’s no better time than the present to make our community your home... View Article
Ideas to Keep Your Little Ones Busy this Winter
January 11, 2023 5:23 pmAlthough Bastrop may not have had a snowy backdrop this holiday season, cabin fever is still in full swing—especially with... View Article
Breakfast Spots in Austin
December 16, 2022 5:26 pmIs breakfast really the most important meal of the day? It depends on your definition of “most important.” In 1944,... View Article
Local Gems: Bastrop Opera House
December 1, 2022 5:58 pmBastrop Opera House is a great place to enjoy a dinner theater, musical, play, or plan a special date night... View Article
Lost Pines Christmas Events 2022
November 28, 2022 4:20 pmThe Christmas season in Bastrop officially kicks off in late November! Whether you’re into holiday shopping, looking at Christmas lights,... View Article
World-famous antique shopping, food, wine and more in nearby Round Top
November 18, 2022 7:31 pmNestled 45 minutes east of Bastrop lies the tiny town of Round Top, Texas. While hardly a bustling metropolis (93... View Article
Bastrop’s Annual Heroes & Hot Rods Returns
November 11, 2022 5:02 pmBring 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
November 4, 2022 3:18 pmBastrop Art Fest on November 5th Attention art fans and patrons! The Lost Pines Art Center is holding its annual... View Article
Bastrop Public Library: More than books
October 28, 2022 7:48 pmA quality public library’s value is hard to quantify. Considering factors such as the impact of improved access to education... View Article
Fall Festival at Barton Hill Farms
October 21, 2022 3:16 pmFall is a special time of year in Central Texas, especially Bastrop. Cooler weather, pumpkin spice, and fall festivities make... View Article
Brunch in Bastrop
September 16, 2022 6:59 pmBack in the 1890s, upper-class English men were known to spend Saturdays at grand parties and endure the celebrations into... View Article
For the Plant Lovers & Green Thumbs in Bastrop
September 2, 2022 5:24 pmDid you know gardening improves your health? According to UNC Health, gardening has several mental and physical health benefits like... View Article
Bastrop Music Festival 2022
September 2, 2022 5:18 pmThe Bastrop Music Festival returns on Sept 22nd-25th with over four days of live music, featuring more than 40 bands... View Article
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa
August 26, 2022 2:21 pmDid you know that a vacation or even just a long weekend away from your everyday routine can have a... View Article
#BastropLocal: Heroes Sports Bar & Scratch Kitchen
August 19, 2022 4:47 pmHeroes Sports Bar & Scratch Kitchen is the place to be in Bastrop if you’re trying to watch almost any... View Article
Summer Family Film Festival In Bastrop
July 8, 2022 8:46 pmSinking into a theater chair with popcorn and the a/c blasting while it’s 95 degrees with 90% humidity outside is... View Article
Dog-Friendly in Bastrop
June 27, 2022 9:33 pmDid you know nearly 40% of households in the United States own at least 1 pet dog? People of all... View Article
Barton Hill Farms: Blooms & Brews Festival Filled with Flowers and Family Fun
May 5, 2022 5:32 pmAs summer quickly approaches, families all over Austin are looking for new activities that the whole family can enjoy. Barton... View Article
Bastrop River Company
April 1, 2022 4:27 pmBastrop 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
The Tesla Gigafactory in Austin
March 17, 2022 8:06 pmYou don’t need to look far to realize that the Austin area is quite the hotspot of the tech industry.... View Article
Developer Highlight: Hunt Communities
March 2, 2022 5:39 pmDeveloper Highlight: Hunt Communities With its nickname of the “most historic small town in Texas,” Bastrop oozes charm. With its... View Article
Breweries in Bastrop
January 28, 2022 5:18 pmFrom a rich history to local shopping and eateries, there’s a lot to love about life in Bastrop. Speaking of... View Article