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Rough Hollow
February 2014
THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE FOR
THE RESIDENTS OF ROUGH HOLLOW
LIVING
Meet the
Hoffarth Family
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IMPORTANT HOA CONTACTS & NUMBERS
Your home for healthcare in the Hill Country
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ROUGH LIFE DIRECTOR
HOA MANAGEMENT
Rachelle Sturgis
@ the Highland Village Event Pavilion
512-261-4600
[email protected]
Southwest Management Services
7 Lakeway Centre Court, Ste. 200
Lakeway, TX 78734
HOA MANAGER
HOA WEBSITE
Christy Gross
[email protected]
512-266-6771
www.roughhollowHOA.com
UTILITY PROVIDERS
AREA DIRECTOR
Steve Smith
512-777-1540
[email protected]
CREATIVE TEAM
Jeni Moser
Erich Nickens
Kelsey Tweed
CONTRIBUTORS AT LARGE
We are always looking for residents to follow
up on leads, find great stories and send us
ideas. Let’s celebrate the great things happening in our community! No contribution is too
small. Please email [email protected]
with your pictures, suggestions, or requests.
Water
512-246-1400
Crossroads Mud #11
Electricity
512-219-2602
Pedernales Electric Cooperative
888-554-4732
Telephone, Cable & Internet
800-288-2020
AT&T
Propane
512-276-7800
Direct Propane
Garbage
512-314-7514
City of Lakeway (IESI)
IMPORTANT LOC AL NUMBERS
Schools
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100 Medical Parkway | Lakeway, TX 78738
Visit us at www.LakewayRegional.com or call 512.571.5000
512-533-7400
Serene Hills Elementary
512-533-6400
Hudson Bend Middle School
512-533-6100
Lake Travis High School
Hospital (with 24 hour emergency room)
512-571-5000
Lakeway Regional Medical Center
City Numbers
911
Emergency
800-222-1222
National Poison Control Center
512-314-7590
Police Department
512-266-2533
Fire Department
512-314-7500
City of Lakeway
512-314-7590
Animal Control
DISCLAIMER: Any articles included in this publication and/or opinions expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the views
of N2 Publishing but remain solely those of the author(s). The paid advertisements contained within Rough Hollow Living
magazine are not endorsed or recommended by N2 Publishing or the publisher. Therefore, neither N2 Publishing nor the
publisher may be held liable or responsible for business practices of these companies. NOTE: When community events take
place, photographers may be present to take photos for that event and they may be used in this publication.
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Publisher’s
Hello Residents of Rough Hollow,
We are pleased to bring you your first Rough Hollow magazine and hope you will enjoy the monthly publications of
Rough Hollow Living.
pictures, personal stories, and articles (mostly written and photographed by your neighbors), along with other information
specifically tailored to your neighborhood.
N2 Publishing is the leading provider of specialty publications
for residents of exclusive communities across the nation. Our
objective is to turn neighborhoods into communities with our
monthly neighborhood magazines.
Along with the magazine, we will host various free events to
bring the community together for social events - free dinners
out at top restaurants, salon reviews, golf tournaments, and
more. We will communicate to you the various events we are
hosting through the newsletter and emails. If you wish to be
included please email me at [email protected].
N2 Publishing will be responsible for the layout of the magazine, as well as selling ad space to local businesses to cover the
costs of printing and mailing.
This publication is being provided FREE OF CHARGE to you
as a homeowner as the cost of producing, printing, and mailing
each newsletter is covered by the advertising partners that you
see in each issue. We try our best to screen our advertisers to
ensure that they can provide the types of services that you may
need or want as a homeowner. If you currently utilize a business
that does excellent work, please let us know as they may want
to reach out to your neighbors as well. Also, if you own or run a
business and would like information on reaching your neighbors
each month, contact me for advertising information or to simply
list your business for free in the Resident Business Guide.
Each publication you will see is unique to your neighborhood,
and the publication will reflect who you are as a community. A
typical publication will include: social event information specific
to the residents of Rough Hollow, upcoming meeting information, fun and FREE social events put on by N2, city issues and
ideas, activities and club information, business information,
The events and publication are designed to increase social connections between residents and to develop a true sense of community.
By providing a well-designed publication full of stories and photos, we have seen N2 neighborhoods increase attendance at social
events, create members that are better informed of rules and regulations, and allow residents to widen their circle of friends.
I’d like to personally thank all of our business sponsors who
partnered with us making the magazine free to all residents, as
well as the many residents who contributed to the first issue.
Just know this, Rough Hollow Living magazine would not exist
without the both of you!
I look forward to meeting
each of you at our upcoming
neighborhood events!
Steve Smith
Area Director of Lakeway, TX
512-777-1540
[email protected]
Buying or Selling?
Let me help you with your place.
Bertina Schreiber
REALTOR®, CNE
512.796.5740 cell
[email protected]
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Types Of Articles
You Will See In The Publication
Since this magazine is about you and your neighbors, we want and need
your involvement. We are looking for several types of articles to be submitted each month, therefore, please take a few minutes to acquaint yourself
with the types of articles we normally include in the publication. If you
have any other article or story suggestions, please email me.
If you or a family member would like to be featured for any of
the stories, just email me at [email protected], and I will
send you the simple details of submitting the information.
Pictures – WE LOVE PICTURES!!!
This includes pictures of parties, graduations, family events, kids playing, holiday
gatherings, etc. One of the best parts
about your new magazine is the involvement from residents. Pictures are an easy
way to help support the look of the magazine as well as bring smiles to your fellow residents. Digital photographs with
high quality capability are the way to go
here - the more pixels the better! Simply
send an attachment of the pictures in an
email to [email protected].
Neighborhood News – This section
features any activity going on in the
neighborhood or surrounding area such
as parades, block parties, barbecues,
neighborhood clean-ups, school picnics,
fundraisers, pool parties, or golf events.
We want to let you know what is going
on and what has happened with these
social events!
Business Beat – This is a popular section
where we highlight you as a business
owner. Yes, you must be a resident of the
neighborhood. It is an opportunity to let
your neighborhood know the specifics of
what you do, and services you can offer,
as well as a background of who you are
and where you are from.
Classifieds – Do you have something that
is for sale and would like to get rid of
it?? Just send an email to Steve.Smith@
n2pub.com with your contact info and
description of the item.
Kids to Kids – Make your
kid the rock star of
the neighborhood as we profile a junior
member of the community each month.
Family Spotlight – This is where we get
to spotlight one of the neighborhood
families each month. Have you always
wished you knew your neighbors better?
Well, here is a great way to get to know
them. If you want to introduce yourself
to the community, or know someone who
should, just let me know!
Precious Pets – Here is an award winner!
If you have a pet and want them to be
famous, just get them in the
Precious Pets section. Pets
are our pride and joy so
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let us know who they, and you, are! Past
famous animals have been turtles, rabbits,
birds, horses, dogs, cats, a pig, and much
more, so have fun with this one.
as well as congratulate those proud parents. Please include basic birth information as well as those baby photos!!
Resident Recipe – This is where you can
or artwork! When the refrigerator just
isn’t enough, show off their creation to
the whole neighborhood!
Travel Tales – If you or anyone you know
has gone on a vacation and would like
to share their experience, then this is the
place to be. This gives your friends and
neighbors the chance to feel your experience and see if it would be a good fit
for their own vacation! Pictures can be
included as well.
Featured Home – Know anyone in Rough
Volunteer Spotlight – We want to rec-
let some of your cooking secrets out to
the public! All that is required is the
ingredients and preparation advice, but a
photo is always nice too! This really spices
up things a bit from the ordinary Mac
and Cheese.
Yard of the Month – Want to nominate
your neighbor for the Yard of the Month?
Just send me an email with their name
and address, and I’ll take it from there.
Athlete Spotlight – Whether you are 4 or
40, a ballerina or a football player, this section is for you! Sports are a big part of most
people’s lives and we would like to highlight
some great athletes from the neighborhood.
New Arrivals – This is designed to wel-
come new babies into the neighborhood
Kids’ Corner – Send in your child’s poem
Hollow with a well-decorated home? We
want to see it! Nominate them for our
featured home, so the rest of us can see
how it’s done.
Recognize Your Kids – Parents, do you
want another way to recognize
or congratulate your kids about any
sport, academic, or other activity
achievement? Use your magazine. This
should include pictures along with
what they achieved. Examples include:
Black Belt, honor roll, straight A’s,
scholarships, state champs, volunteer
work, graduation, music, theatre, or just
wish them Happy Birthday.
ognize the hardworking volunteers of
the neighborhood. This is a chance to let
others know about your passion for an
organization. Giving back to the community is a big deal and we want to recognize you for it!
Send in Your Favorite Pictures
Email [email protected] with your pictures, stories, news, and events!
We want pictures of your little all-star! It does not matter if your child is a
champion; make him/her feel like one by submitting pictures of their proud
moments on the playing field. All sports pictures are welcome for submission
to the newsletter.
Are you in a book club, a Bible study group, or a Bunco group; and if not,
would you like to join one? Let us know about it!
We want your announcements! Whether you just celebrated a birthday
or anniversary, welcomed a new baby in the house, or had any other special occasion, let us know and we will include it in the next issue.
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February
EVENTS
Sunday, February 2, 2014
Super Bowl Party
Where: Highland Village
When: 3:00 PM
Description: Watch the big game on a big screen and cheer for
your team, or favorite commercial!
Tuesdays, From February 4, 2014
Yoga Mornings
When: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Description: This class is for EVERYONE- beginners, inflexibles,
tight hips, sore shoulders, runners, walkers, all body types and
physical fitness levels. Come on down to move and relax. Please
RSVP to [email protected] by the Monday at 5pm
prior, in order to reserve your spot. RSVPs are imperative to ensure
class will be held.
Tuesdays, From February 4, 2014
Tap/Ballet – Beginner - Age 3-4
Where: Highland Village
When: 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
Description: Every Tuesday, bring your little ones to tap, twirl
and shake. Dance lessons provided by Tap-N-Toe School of Dance.
($55/month) Registration required.
For more information: Visit tapntoeschoolofdance.com
Tuesdays, From February 4, 2014
Tap/Ballet – Level II - Age 4-6
Where: Highland Village
When: 4:00 PM – 4:50 PM
Description: Students with 1 year of dance experience, or age
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Description: Come learn about designing the perfect
organization system for your master bedroom and garage.
Sunday, February 9, 2014
Tender Hearts Craft Day Benefiting The Summit
Where: Highland Village
When: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Description: Crafting for a cause! Put your creativity to good use
to benefit The Summit.
5-6 are welcome. Dance lessons provided by Tap-N-Toe School of
Dance. ($55/month) Registration required.
For more information: Visit tapntoeschoolofdance.com
Tuesdays, From February 4, 2014
Hip Hop – Age 7-9
Where: Highland Village
When: 5:00 PM – 5:50 PM
Description: A very popular class, this is great for girls and boys.
Dance lessons provided by Tap-N-Toe School of Dance. ($55/
month) Registration required.
For more information: Visit tapntoeschoolofdance.com
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Ladies Game Night
Where: Highland Village
When: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Description: Join your neighbors for a fun night playing Bunco
while getting to know some new ladies.
Wednesdays, From February 5, 2014
Yoga Evenings
Where: Highland Village
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Description: Wind down from the day and stretch your body with
Yoga Evenings. Please RSVP to [email protected]
Thursday, February 6, 2014
California Closets Workshop
Where: Highland Village
When: 6:30 PM
Saturday, February 15, 2014
Parent’s Night Out
Where: Highland Village
When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Description: Our Parent’s Night Out lets you enjoy some adult time
to see a movie, catch up with friends, or enjoy a meal without--ahem-your pint-sized food critics in tow. Meanwhile, your children get some
quality "kid time" in a safe, fun, familiar place with fun adult staff.
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Thursday, February 27, 2014
Sewing Group
Where: Highland Village
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Description: Get to know your neighbors and practice sewing –
all at the same time!
Friday, February 28, 2014
Martinis and Brushes Painting Class
Where: Highland Village
When: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Description: In just about two hours, while you’re sipping on a
cocktail, an art instructor will guide you through each painting so
that you come up with your own unique work of art at the end
of the night. Yes, it will be your own masterpiece! We provide
everything you will need: blank canvas, acrylic paints, brushes and
a smock. Just bring yourself, some friends or even a date and we
promise you an awesome time! ($29 per person)
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DEVELOPER
Update
The Rough Hollow Vision – Part 1
Rough Hollow will celebrate its 10 year anniversary this year, but
for most of us our relationship with the community started much
later than 2004. Back then developer Haythem Dawlett was establishing a vision for what would become the Rough Hollow we all
know, and today he is still working on the fulfillment of that vision.
So to commemorate 10 years of development, we’re publishing a
multi-part update exploring what goes in to making this community so unique.
“Rough Hollow was a vision I had,” Haythem tells me. “When
you take a piece of land like that, you have to put a lot of
thought into what the community is going to be.” The 1,800
acre parcel must have felt a bit overwhelming at first glance.
“We were blessed with topography, very challenging topography. I have to tell you it's not exactly the easiest, so you've got
to think about mechanics, engineering, how you are going to
pull this off.” One of the unique features about Rough Hollow is the land itself. Most developers seek flat, open spaces
to build because it’s faster and less complicated. This wasn’t
Haythem’s approach. Instead, he decided to embrace the land’s
unique character, even if that meant extra work building the
infrastructure. “Could the streets have been different? Probably
not, because we tried to let the land tell us where to go. We tried
to reinvent that piece of dirt in the beginning, and you really
can't. We went back and looked at the traditional Jeep trails and
animal trails, and we followed those. That's how the character of
the community starts in terms of mechanics.”
Another defining aspect of the community is the water, a place
Haythem knows well. “I've spent nights in that cove, just thinking about what the backdrop was going to be.” It was important
to Haythem that the Rough Hollow Cove (where the community name comes from) was both preserved and utilized simultaneously. “We isolated the back of the coves to create green areas,
and restricted boat docks.” The result is a community landscape
that is arguably one of the most beautiful in Central Texas.
Preserving the natural flow of the land is part of the Rough
Hollow vision for Haythem. Next month we’ll hear about what
it means to be a “lifestyle community”, and how that identity is
driving new developments in Rough Hollow.
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The Grille at Rough Hollow
Introducing Executive Chef
Jeffrey Hundelt
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There’s certainly buzz around the kitchen
for Chef Jeffrey’s arrival, and his changes
have already been well received by
patrons. Before he went back to prepping for dinner, I asked him if there
was anything he wanted to say to the
Rough Hollow residents, and his reply
was simple: “I’m excited to produce really
great food for the community.” If it’s been
a while since you’ve been to The Grille,
now is a great time to see what’s new.
On a breezy, 70 degree day in mid
December, I was sitting at a table on
The Grille’s outdoor patio as newly hired
Executive Chef Jeffrey Hundelt placed
an order for 40 pounds of salmon filets.
Between making plans for New Year’s
Eve and preparing for a group of 14 in
few hours, Chef Jeffrey was gracious
enough to talk to Rough Hollow Living
about his plans to reinvigorate Rough
Hollow’s signature restaurant.
Bringing his newfound love of cooking
back to the States, Chef Jeffrey moved
to Austin and enrolled in Le Cordon
Bleu Culinary School. After graduating
in 2007, he started as a grill cook at Truluck’s and climbed his way up to executive chef. Tapped to lead a new Truluck’s
restaurant in Miami, Chef Jeffrey moved
to Florida in 2010. But after a year away
from Texas, he missed the friendliness of
Austin. So in 2011 he took an Executive
Chef position at Mizu Prime Steak and
Sushi here in Lakeway. Mizu’s closing
paved the way for him to come to The
Grille, and usher in a refreshing perspective on New American cuisine.
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but elevate them to something that they
couldn’t make at home.” Lunch will
focus on lighter options such as fresh
soups, sandwiches and salads, while dinner will be seafood heavy in addition to
“elevated” items currently on the menu.
Brunch will see the biggest change.
“We’re going to have egg white omelets,
fresh juices, and pastries.”
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A St. Louis native, Chef Jeffrey discovered his passion for food during a
six month stint as an ESL teacher in
Argentina. It was the event of food that
awakened his passion for cooking. “We’d
have 15 people get together and grill
over grapevines. It was the simplest thing
– just salt and beef, drinking wine and
hanging out.”
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Asked about his inspiration, Chef Jeffrey
mentioned his affinity for Latin flavors,
but it’s not his love. “My passion is fish,”
he said definitively. “It’s the scariest and
hardest to work with, because it’s the
most expensive and perishable item you
can bring into the kitchen. You have
to know how to work with it to make
the best of it.” Chef Jeffrey credited his
experience at Truluck’s for giving him the
confidence to boldly approach seafood
dishes, and he’s looking forward to showcasing them at The Grille.
the flavors of, but also feel good after
they’ve eaten it and walked away from the
table.” There are new vegetable side dishes, vegetarian entrees, and lighter options
on the menu, all with the intent to make
you feel as good as the food tastes. These
days, healthy eating isn’t just about what
you eat, but also where the food comes
from. Chef Jeffrey prefers to use local
suppliers when possible, and changes the
menu based on what’s in season. To keep
quality high, almost everything is scratch
made in the kitchen.
When it comes to creating a menu, Chef
Jeffrey aims to make healthy foods delicious. “I’m very health conscious, and I
want to cook food that people will enjoy
As the menu continues to evolve, Chef
Jeffrey plans to introduce new dishes
based on old favorites. “I want to use
familiar items that people understand,
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When she’s not taking care of Charlie, you might see Christa
behind a camera snapping photos (she’s been a photographer
for over a decade). Kevin is a physician and is opening his own
practice next month in Bee Cave. It’s called BioFIT Medicine,
and it specializes in age management and hormones, body composition analysis, and nutritional/fitness counseling.
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Travel is a big part of the family rhythm. In fact, last year they
went on two Disney cruise trips! They went to Disney World
and the Caribbean with three other Rough Hollow families, and
later spent 14 days cruising through the Panama Canal, Columbia, and Cozumel. This year they’re planning on visiting Cape
Cod for Christa’s birthday.
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Kevin, Christa, and Charlie (4) live on
Fraser Cove in The Woodlands, and they
moved to Rough Hollow in March of
2012. While they are happily settled into
their home, getting here was an adventure
for the Hoffarths.
When asked about their favorite part of living in Rough Hollow, the Hoffarths responded by praising the family-focused
neighborhood that “still likes to have fun and share their time/
talents with each other.”
Kevin and Christa are originally from
Sacramento, growing up less than 3
miles from each other. They didn’t meet,
however, until Kevin’s 2nd year of medical school, when they were both looking
for triathlon training partners. After
10 years in the Lake Tahoe area, they
decided to start looking for a great place
to raise their daughter Charlie. They
searched all over the country for the
right neighborhood, and found Rough
Hollow on a whim.
At a job interview in the Dallas area in
the summer of 2011, Kevin noticed that
everyone he spoke to seemed to mention
how they couldn’t wait to retire and move
to Austin. Twelve hours before their flight
back to California, they drove down to
Austin to see for themselves why everyone wanted to move here. It didn’t take
long for them to fall in love. “Any place
that has a logo of ‘Keep Austin Weird’
must be a place we would appreciate and
would fit in well.” Trulia took them to the
Grand Haven model home, which sealed
the deal. Shortly after their home was
built, Kevin and Christa were featured
on the HGTV show “House Hunters”,
where they had to pretend to be deciding
between three homes after they already
closed on their house.
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Get to know your neighbors better by having your family featured in the next
available issue! Email me at [email protected].
These days you’ll most likely find the
Hoffarths outside at Dragon Park, on
the lake, or frequenting one of Austin’s
many outdoor concerts. Charlie’s favorite activity is being a princess, but she
finds time to draw, get frozen yogurt, or
jump around at Hoppin’ House. She also
attends National Elite Gymnastics and
West Austin Dance when she’s not in
preschool at Lupine Lane. Christa enjoys
photography, cycling and sewing, and
relaxes with a good documentary and
bubble bath. Kevin loves to work out,
wake surf, and go on “dates” with his two
girls, but a spending time reading at a
coffee shop is hard to resist.
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If you are a business owner and would like to have your business featured for one
month, please contact us at [email protected]. This is a free one-page
article that will run for one month and is only available to residents.
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W Tom Robinson CPA, PC
Associates
BUSINESS beat
Austin Boats & Motors
Rough Hollow resident Martin Boyer
was one of the first supporters of Rough
Hollow Living, in part because he was
one of the first to hear about it. Martin
owns Austin Boats & Motors, the boat
dealership and service center down the
road on 620. It’s been a Lakeway staple
since 1974, so it’s only fitting that if
something new was coming, Martin
would be around to hear about it.
An Austin native, he met his wife in
middle school and married in 2001. They
have three children: Ashtyn 9, Katelyn 7
and Hudson 4. Family time is his favorite
activity, and you’ll often see them at the
marina on their boat. When not on the
water, he enjoys snow skiing, traveling,
and serving in he community.
when you buy a boat, you know how to
use it. That’s why included with every
boat purchase is a complimentary onthe-water orientation.
Martin and his family’s love of water
made it a natural fit to get into the boat
business. He went from employee to
owner of Austin Boats & Motors in
1996 when the original founders retired,
and has continued the tradition of meeting the needs of boat owners ever since.
Educating his customers is a big part of
meeting those needs, and Martin does
everything he can to make sure that
But Martin and his team of 14 employees don’t stop caring for their customers
once the new boat is in the water. Proper
maintenance is critical to ensuring years
of enjoyment for boat owners, so Martin’s
customer service team does their best to
educate customers on the importance of
doing annual maintenance. As Martin
explained, most boat owners avoid doing
annual maintenance on their boat because
of lack of use. Unfortunately, lack of use (also referred to as low
hours since use is tracked in hours instead of mileage like on
cars) combined with not performing the annual maintenance is
the worst thing an owner can do for their boat. Performing this
service consistently on an annual basis can save thousands of
dollars in unexpected mechanical issues later.
Martin moved into the Canyon Ridge development in May of
2013, and continues to spend most of his workdays at the dealership. It’s a job he’s thankful to do. “Having operated Austin
Boats & Motors now for almost 20 years, we have learned a lot
about our industry, our customers and our community. We feel
extremely blessed every day to be able to do something we thoroughly enjoy and love.”
Austin Boats & Motors
1208 Ranch Road 620 South Lakeway, TX 78734
512-263-2811
www.austinboats.com
Consulting Services
Tax Return Preparation
Bookkeeping
Reviews & Compilations
Payroll Services
512.795.4500
[email protected]
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pets
precious
Abbey & Zephyr
M
eet Abbey and Zephyr, the
Golden Retrievers of Tim and
Chris Brzycki. Abbey, the female, is about
12 years old, and Zephyr, the male, is 13.
Abbey was originally a stray that Tim and
Chris adopted in St. Louis, and Zephyr
was a rescue from here in Austin.
“The dogs are never left for long periods.
We use Lakeway Pet Nanny for visits,
including overnight visits when we are
gone. The dogs get good dog food and
lots of human treats like fruit, chicken
and yogurt. On weekends we all take
naps on the large outdoor sectional.”
Each has their own personality. “Abbey
is a great listener (like most girls).
Zephyr has a mind of his own (like most
boys). Abbey can’t wait to get up in the
morning. She loves to roll around on
her back with all four legs up in the air
and a stuffed toy in her mouth. Zephyr
seems to be part cat. He will jump over
Abbey to get on the sofa and curl into a
little ball, burying his head behind the
pillows. They both love food, walks, and
human cuddling.”
For Tim and Chris, adopting is something close to their heart. “We have been
blessed with adopting Abbey and Zephyr
in their “senior years”. We have done
this with other senior dogs as well. We
believe they enrich our lives, even more
than we enrich theirs. Rescue dogs are
so loyal. And seniors are often harder
to place, but come without many of
the challenges of puppies. We strongly
encourage everyone to rescue. Breeding
is unnecessary with so many dogs without
homes. Our passion for dogs is demonstrated by volunteer work for Texas
Humane Heroes. Texas Humane Heroes
was formed early this year by the merger
of the Humane Society of Williamson
County and the Cen Tex Humane Society in Killeen. Our mission is to provide
innovative programs and services to eliminate pet homelessness and to improve
the lives of pets and people throughout
Central Texas. Chris is the secretary of
the Board of Directors. We are humbled
to be involved with the organization.
Do you have a pet and would like to share his/
her story? Then email [email protected]
to have them featured in the next available issue!
Dogs, cats, horses, fish, and any other type of animals are welcome!
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Home
Month
of the
This month’s featured home is 102 Kildrummy Lane. It was
built in 2010 as a Grand Haven model, and was conceived as an
“entertainers” home. There are three outdoor entertaining areas,
and a media room upstairs. It has 3 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths,
meaning most of the 4,100 sq ft is
dedicated to the common areas.
The home was decorated by the
Mary DeWalt Design Group, a
local design firm that specializes
in model homes.
Know anyone in the neighborhood with a well-designed home? Nominate them to
be our next Featured Home. Email [email protected] for details.
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athlete of the
MONTH
Meet Jake Palmer
Six-year-old Jake Palmer plays baseball
for the Lake Travis Youth Association,
and attends school at Serene Hills
Elementary. He just completed his third
season of t-ball, and is looking forward
to playing again this spring. He rotates
positions, but he loves playing first base.
Bluebonnet Montessori
School of Lakeway
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kids kids
Meet Madison Marchand
This month’s featured kid is Madison Marchand. Madison is 5
years old, and goes to school at Bluebonnet Montessori. She
loves to play soccer, and is learning to do cartwheels in her gymnastics class. She likes the idea of playing the piano and guitar,
but she really wants to be a princess when she grows up.
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Madison knows how to count in Chinese, and enjoys learning
about the continents. She’s been to Boston and Alaska, but lately
you’ll find her watching Rudolph, currently her favorite movie.
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When you ask her about her favorite animals, she’ll rattle off a
long list! Horses, dolphins, giraffes, and ladybugs are on it, but
her new favorite is the butterfly. At Bluebonnet Montessori she
witnessed a caterpillar become a chrysalis and then turn into a
butterfly, which was pretty exciting!
www.bluebonnetmontessori.com
Hey kids – do you want to be the superstar of the neighborhood? All you have to
do is ask your parents to email [email protected] and answer some questions in order to be featured in the next available issue!
Practice is a big part of success, and Jake
has a great partner – his dad, Jason Palmer. The two of them love to throw the ball
to each other, and even though Jason isn’t
an official coach, he volunteers on the
field during most games. Jake practices
at Field of Dreams and Positive Baseball
Development, where they have a batting
machine. It’s all in an effort to improve
his game. “I love to swing big and hit the
ball. I haven’t gotten a home run yet, but I
know I will soon.”
Jake is looking forward to playing coach
pitch, and dreams of getting a trophy “as
tall as my dad”. When asked about his
favorite moment, Jake replied, “It’s taking a second to watch the ball I just hit.
Sometimes I like to watch the ball and
forget to run, but I’m working on that!”
Jake’s tip for anyone interested in getting into baseball is to practice with your
parents and try to go to the batting cages
for fun.
Want to be featured in an upcoming issue? Email
[email protected] for more details.
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his month’s Yard of the Month goes to the Simpson family
in the Canyon Ridge development; and rightfully so, since
Joe Simpson owns a landscape company. In fact, it was Joe’s
professional experience and knowledge that made him decide
to put new plants in. “I've been in the landscape business for 28
years, and the builder’s package wasn't going to cut it! I knew it
was the worst time of the year to install new plant material, but
I'd been thinking about what I wanted to do since our building
process began. Our home was built on a small lot, so we had
a limited amount of space to work with. I had to be creative to
ensure our landscaping showcased our home. I installed a Xeriscape design to reflect the native plant material, while reducing
the amount of supplemental water needed from irrigation.”
Dennis’ Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
Provided by Tritia Land, Resident
This recipe is great because of its versatility. You can make it
ahead of time or just before serving. It is great as an appetizer
or a light dinner served with a salad. Although the recipe states
to make everything from scratch, you can easily buy pre-made
pico de gallo and pre-cooked shrimp; making this an easy
assembly dish. Enjoy!
Joe did all the planting in August. “It is the absolute worst time
of the year to plant. Installing drip irrigation, native plant material, and amending the soil was essential to ensure the survival
of the plants. Everything we planted not only lived; it thrived
during the hottest time of year.”
Make a Pico de Gallo; toss together…
1 diced jalapeño (no seeds)
¼ bunch of cilantro chopped
1 aggie sweet (1056) white onion; diced
2 hot house/beefsteak tomatoes; diced with the seeds and juice
Cook Shrimp
1lb. Shrimp
Boil the shrimp in seasoned water for 3 minutes. Remove
shrimp from water and let them cool. Once cooled, remove the
shells and veins; chop into large bite-size pieces.
In a large bowl, mix together…
Joe chose native plant material of Austin and the Texas Hill
Country because he wanted the landscaping to reflect the natural environment. Simpson Landscaping did all of the work, and
when asked if there is anything he’d do differently, his reply was
an understandable one: “wait for cooler temperatures”.
If you know a neighbor with a great yard, we want to see it! Nominate them by
emailing me at [email protected].
Pico de Gallo
Shrimp
1 ½ bottles of Kraft Cocktail Sauce (we have tried other brands
and this works best)
Water or Tomato Juice (half way fill empty Cocktail Sauce
Bottle and shake)
1 avocado diced
Juice of 1-2 limes (to taste)
Salt and Pepper (to taste – start with 1 tsp of salt and ½ tsp pepper)
Serve with saltine crackers or tortilla chips. Best if
marinates overnight.
Would you like to have your favorite family recipe featured? We are looking
for anyone who has a good recipe to share! For more information please
email [email protected].
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Sponsor
OF THE MONTH
Painting with a Twist
As winter rolls along, it’s easy to get stuck staying home on the
weekends. The days are too short and too chilly to spend outside, and you’re probably still recovering from all the trips to the
Galleria during the Christmas season. That’s why this month’s
sponsor spotlight is Painting with a Twist, the locally owned
Lakeway destination that combines your favorite beverage with
artistic expression to create the perfect reason to get out of the
house this winter.
The concept behind Painting with a Twist is simple: pair
instructional art with friends, wine, and a lovely instructor to
produce individual works of art. For those of you who don’t
normally jump at the chance to show off your brush skills, don’t
worry. Even though the paintings look complicated, they are
designed to be easy enough for you to simply follow the instructor while sipping on the beverage of your choice. The result is
a great experience making art while bringing home something
new to hang on the wall.
The best way to get started is to go to the Painting with a Twist
website (paintingwithatwist.com/lakeway) and look at the calendar of upcoming events. Different days create different pieces
of artwork, so find a painting you’d like to make and register
for that day. Since you’ll be bringing a bottle of wine (or other
preferred beverage), it’s a good idea to invite some friends and
make an event out it. There’s a refrigerator, ice, and cups available, and if you want to pack a snack that’s perfectly fine. Classes take 2-3 hours depending on the painting, so you won’t wear
out the babysitter creating your masterpiece. The cost is $35-45
per person, and includes everything you need for the painting.
Private parties and kid parties are options if you have a group of
10 or more.
Painting with a Twist is located in the Oak Grove Plaza at 1501
N. RR620, Ste. B, and is a sponsor of Rough Hollow Living.
Their investment in the community is what makes this magazine possible. They can be reached at 512-266-2200.
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Holiday Party
Rough Hollow Wraps up 2013 with
Good Company, Cocktails, and Cuisine
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Why You May Want to Try a
DIFFERENCE
Gluten may be one of the more difficult foods to avoid, as it is such a ubiquitous part of the
Western diet. When you think that gluten is found in most bread, pasta, bagels, breakfast cereal
and baked goods, it’s not surprising that finding foods that are gluten-free can be tricky. Most
processed foods contain some level of gluten, and even beverages such as beer have it.
What Is Celiac Disease?
Although the number of people who appear to be sensitive to
gluten is increasing, it is not only the gluten-intolerant that are
flocking to a gluten-free diet. Some people believe it makes
them feel better, others believe it will help them lose weight,
and some are convinced they are gluten-sensitive, even though
diagnostic tests have shown otherwise.
The disease is due to a gluten allergy, which is a protein that can
be found in certain grains, most commonly wheat, rye and barley. The allergic reaction damages small intestine’s lining, which
keeps it from being able to absorb nutrients.
Twenty years ago in the U.S., celiac disease was believed to be a
relatively rare condition, as it affected only approximately 1 person in 2,500. It is now believed that the lower rates in the U.S.
were due to an under diagnosis of the problem.
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making a
GLUTEN-FREE Diet
Gluten Intolerance on the Rise
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Celebrating Excellence in Education
Written by Suzanne Stone
Whereas you may not have full-blown celiac disease, you may
be gluten sensitive, a state in which your digestive system reacts
badly to gluten, causing such unpleasant symptoms as diarrhea, bloating and abdominal pain. It may also cause symptoms
that are seemingly unrelated, such as aching muscles and joints,
headaches, depression, irritability and rashes.
Reasons to Try a Gluten-Free Diet
Interestingly, the majority of those following a gluten-free diet
are not actually gluten-sensitive. Some people feel that cutting
out gluten provides them with more energy and helps in losing
weight. Since so much of the gluten we get in our diet originates from processed foods high in refined flour, cutting these
alone out of your diet can contribute to improved health and
weight loss.
Untreated gluten intolerance can lead to more serious problems
such as celiac disease, infertility, osteoporosis and cancer. If this
is the case, you can ask your doctor to have a gluten tolerance
test done.
Following a gluten-free diet may take some advance planning,
but it is easier than you may think. More and more products
are coming out every day that are gluten-free, and many restaurants now feature gluten-free items on their menu. When
cooking at home, try to eat the foods featured in the Mediterranean Diet, including vegetables, poultry and fish, lean meat,
beans, nuts, fruit and olive oil. Foods such as potatoes, rice,
corn and quinoa can also be eaten and form the basis of many
tasty dishes.
Article Source: www.healthguidance.org
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eing a part of the community means more than just owning a home. It’s about getting involved, making a difference and seeing opportunities to make an already great place
even better. For Rough Hollow Lakeway, it is about investing
in the future of our children through the Lake Travis Education
Foundation. In the past 9 years, Rough Hollow has donated
over $177,000 to the Foundation which funds projects and programs in the Lake Travis Independent School District.
They have been a part of many LTEF projects; most notably
2014 will mark the 9th consecutive year they will serve as the
Presenting Partner at the annual Gala. This is LTEF’s signature
event, raising $195,000 in 2013. 700 guests will converge on the
Renaissance Austin Hotel on March 1, 2014 to enjoy an evening full of food, friends and fun – but most importantly they
will be raising money for children who live right in your neighborhood. “The support from Rough Hollow has been incredible,” says LTEF Executive Director Suzanne Stone. “They are
the example we hope many will follow when it comes to investing in the community you call home. LTISD is fortunate to
have such a strong and committed partner.”
As the population of the community grows, nearly 5% annually, the school district experiences that same growth with
about 450 new students each year. This rapid growth presents
many challenges for the district, not only in finding ways to
continue the exemplary education they are already providing,
but to fund it. 2014-2015 will find LTISD functioning in
a $3.9 million deficit due to the removal of tax dollars from
LTISD by the state for distribution to other school districts in
the state.
Bridging the funding gap is the mission of LTEF and Rough
Hollow is playing a large role in supporting that effort. The
Gala is just one way to be a part of the effort. Community
members can also support their annual “Fore the Kids” golf
tournament or become a Friend of the Foundation by making
a donation.
To join Rough Hollow at the 2014 LTEF Gala, The
Roaring Twenties, or to learn more about the Lake Travis
Education Foundation, you can visit their web site www.
laketraviseducationfoundation.org, or reach them at 512-533-5968.
Know someone making a difference in the community? Is there a cause you want to raise awareness for in the community? Let me know. Email me at [email protected]
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couple, and include complimentary wine tastings, chocolate, and
discounts on bottle purchases.
For more information: http://texaswinetrail.com
February
LO C A L E V E N T S
Sundays, Beginning February 2, 2014
Lone Star Farmers Market
Where: Parking lot of Lowe’s, in Bee Cave
When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Description: Buy local at the Lone Star Farmers Market. Live music
and fresh produce make this a great Sunday morning stop just
down the road at Lowes in the galleria.
For more information: http://www.lonestarfarmersmarket.com
Thursdays, Beginning February 6, 2014
Winter 2014 Brown Bag Lunch Concert Series
Where: Lakeway Activity Center
When: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Description: Bring your lunch and bring a friend! Enjoy a wide
variety of musical performances during the lunch hour (Noon to 1
pm) on Thursdays at the Activity Center. No food or drink items will
be served. Free for the community.
For more information: 512-261-1010
Friday, February 7, 2014 – Sunday, February 23, 2014
Wine Lovers Trail
Where: Texas Wineries
Description: Love is in the air, so come indulge in a little wine
and sweets. We invite you to spend a romantic getaway in the
stunning Texas Hill Country, sipping and sampling wine and
chocolates at the 37 Hill Country wineries. Tickets are $60/
Saturday, February 8, 2014
Guitars Under the Stars with The LA Guitar Quartet
Where: One World Theater - 7701 Bee Cave Rd
When: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Description: Austin Classical Guitar presents The LA Guitar
Quartet. These Grammy winning guitarists return for an intimate
concert at One World Theatre. Join us for cocktails, dinner and
dessert and support Austin Classical Guitar Education, a program
that has built and supported more than thirty classical guitar
programs in Austin schools, serving thousands of diverse young
people. (Tickets $125)
For more information: http://www.austinclassicalguitar.org
Thursday, February 13, 2014
Hill Country Galleria Wine Walk
Where: Hill Country Galleria
When: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Description: This is a unique wine and social gathering
experience. Get to know the eclectic mix of businesses in the
Galleria while discovering great wines from all over the world. Start
at Twin Liquors to pick up a map to guide you on the Wine Walk.
Keep your map with you as your ticket for each wine walk stop. Hill
Country Galleria Shopping Bags filled with exclusive offers will also
be available to Wine Walk participants.
For more information: http://www.hillcountrygalleria.com
Friday, February 14, 2014 – Sunday, Febraury 16, 2014
Ballet Austin Presents: The Glass Project
Where: The Long Center for the Performing Arts
When: 8:00 PM (3:00 PM on Sunday)
Description: Ballet Austin entranced audiences with The Bach
Project, followed by The Mozart Public. Now, Ballet Austin will
present an evening of compelling choreography with the haunting
and beautiful modern music of Philip Glass.
For more information: http://www.balletaustin.org/atb/
glassproject.php
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Saturday, February 15, 2014
Valentines Escape – Movie in the Park
Where: Dittmar Recreation Center - 1009 W. Dittmar Road, Austin,
TX 78745
When: 6:30 PM
Description: Join us for a romantic screening of “The Notebook” to
celebrate the Valentine’s holiday. This movie will be open to the public,
no registration required, with popcorn and blankets provided.
For more information: http://austintexas.gov/event/
dittmar-recreation-center-valentines-escape
Sunday, February 16, 2014
Austin Marathon
Where: Congress Avenue, in downtown Austin
Description: Come out and cheer for all the runners in the 2014
Austin Marathon. There’s always plenty of energy and Austin flair at
this annual running event.
For more information: http://www.youraustinmarathon.com
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Attention Rough Hollow Residents: Do you own or run a business? To have your business featured free in the resident business guide in
an upcoming issue of Rough Hollow Living, please send an e-mail to [email protected] This is open to residents of Rough Hollow
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More and more parents are finding themselves traveling for business.
When parents travel for work, it may cause a disruption in the child’s
daily routine and sometimes lead to behavior issues because children
don’t necessarily understand why Mom or Dad is away on business. So
how can you help your child cope while you are away?
We have some ideas!
Use Skype or your iPhone to connect with your family at home while you are away. While a phone call is nice, it can be comforting for your child to see your hotel and your current
surroundings. This is also a great time to check in with your child about their day, discuss homework and activities.
Because you are away doesn’t mean your household should be put on hold. If you have the help available, continue to schedule your child’s play dates, dance lessons, etc. Keeping
routine in your household will actually help reduce disruption in the household and keep your child busy.
Keep ready-made meals in the freezer. Home cooked meals are the staple in any household and who wouldn’t appreciate a Home-cooked meal you can just throw in the oven?
Mom and Dad need to be on the same page when either of them is away. Keep a binder with useful information such as medical records, a list of activities for each child, contact
numbers of babysitters, physicians, activities, and any other information one might need.
Don’t forget to bring a surprise for your child when you return and set aside some “we time” with your child!
For more tips on early childhood, please visit any of our schools and speak to our team of educators.
www.ChildrensCenterofAustin.com
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