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Controversial Headline: "Round Rock Music Series Sparks Debate on Outdoor Gatherings"
Dive into adventure just a short drive away.

Round Rock Staff, Glena Stephenson, Publisher

Oct 1, 2025

Trivia Question❓

Before becoming a popular local brewery, what type of business was the current location of the Round Rock based Bluebonnet Beer Company?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

Music on Main: Fall 2025 — 80H Project
📅 Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2025
🕒 Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
📍 Location: Prete Main Street Plaza, 221 E. Main St., Round Rock
🎟️ Admission: Free
📄 Details: This is part of Round Rock’s weekly fall live-music series along Main Street. Bring lawn chairs / blankets and enjoy local music in a relaxed outdoor setting.

Hometown Parklet Show (Lunchtime Concert)
📅 Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025
🕒 Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
📍 Location: Downtown Round Rock (Parklets along East Main St.)
🎟️ Admission: Free
📄 Details: A midday live-music event during lunch hours. Part of the Hometown Parklet series, designed to bring music into everyday downtown life.

Hometown Parklet Show (Lunchtime Concert)
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025
🕒 Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
📍 Location: Downtown Round Rock (East Main St. parklets)
🎟️ Admission: Free
📄 Details: Another opportunity to catch live music during the lunch hour in downtown. The parklet concert series continues into early October.

Trailside Market

📅 Date: Sat, Oct 4, 2025
🕒 Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
📍 Location: Memorial Park, 600 N Lee St, Round Rock
🎟️ Admission: Free
📄 Details: Outdoor market featuring farmers, artisans, and local vendors along the park trail.

Round Rock Market Days
📅 Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
🕒 Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
📍 Location: Prete Plaza, 221 East Main St., Round Rock
🎟️ Admission: Free
📄 Details: Part of the “First Saturdays” tradition in downtown Round Rock, Market Days features local artisans, food vendors, shopping, live music, and family‑friendly activity.

Wings Voyage, a new family-owned food truck in Round Rock, opened on June 1, blending international flavors and gluten-free innovation at

1 Indian Meadows Drive.

 

Specializing in gluten-free Korean fried chicken and a fully celiac-safe menu, the venture brings a welcome option to those with dietary restrictions.

 

Owners Lillian Whitworth and Paul Cho incorporate Japanese, Chinese, and Peruvian influences, infusing each dish with family heritage and bold flavors.

 

Guests can enjoy fried chicken, a variety of sauces, cucumber salad, fries, and delicious steamed rice, with recipes passed down from Whitworth’s grandfather and father.

 

Wings Voyage operates:

Wednesday – Sunday

Lunch Service: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM 

Dinner Service: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM

 

This unique food truck stands out as a top destination for those seeking safe, flavorful, and inclusive dining in Round Rock; Offering a space where community and global taste unite.


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Round Rock Arts Fest (3‑Day Festival)
📅 Date: Friday, October 3 – Sunday, October 5, 2025
🕒 Time: Friday: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Saturday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm | Sunday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
📍 Location: Centennial Plaza, 301 W. Bagdad, Downtown Round Rock
🎟️ Admission: Free
📄 Details: This annual arts festival showcases visual artists, live performances, interactive installations, chalk murals, food & drink vendors, and more. The festival also includes a built‑in Oktoberfest component with Bluebonnet Beer Co.

Turning 50 no longer signals the start of decline—instead, it marks a new phase of opportunity. Today, people over 50 are challenging stereotypes, embracing vibrant health, and making purposeful choices that keep them active and fulfilled. As metabolism slows and muscles naturally diminish with age, staying active becomes crucial for maintaining physical and mental health. Regular movement and exercise can reverse many effects of aging, boost brain function, and lower the risk of chronic diseases. Key habits for staying fit beyond 50 include strength training for muscle and bone health, daily walks to protect the heart and mind, gentle stretching or yoga for flexibility and balance, eating nutrient-rich foods, and prioritizing quality sleep and stress recovery. No matter your starting point, consistent small steps add up. Nurturing your mindset and committing to healthy routines empowers you to enjoy life with strength, energy, and a renewed sense of purpose at any age.

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PET PATROL

Local Shelters & Adoption Info

Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter (WCRAS)
📍  1855 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown, TX  (serving Round Rock)
📌 Open daily 12 PM–6 PM (closed holidays)
🌐 Handles local lost and abandoned animals—rehome listings and in-shelter pets available.

 

Central Texas SPCA (Leander)
📍 909 S Bagdad Rd, Leander, TX
📅 Open Fri–Mon, 11 AM–6 PM
📄 Pulls from high-kill shelters, offers a personalized force-free adoption process, and provides spacious, low-stress care.

 

Austin Pets Alive! & Austin Humane Society
📍 Austin-area non-profits with robust adoption platforms
🌐 Large catalogs of dogs and cats available for adoption or rescue; many are foster-based listings near Round Rock.

 

How to Adopt or Apply
📌 Visit each shelter's website for current available animals and online application forms (e.g., AdoptAPet listings for dogs and cats near Round Rock)
📌 Bring photo ID, proof of residence, and references if required.
📌 Fees vary by pet—many shelters reduce adoption costs through seasonal specials.

ECNL Texas Conference (Youth Soccer)
📅 Date: Saturday & Sunday, October 4 – 5, 2025
🕒 Time: All day (various sessions)
📍 Location: Round Rock Multipurpose Complex, 2001 N. Kenney Fort Blvd, Round Rock
🎟️ Admission: Check event registration
📄 Details: This is a youth soccer conference / event. Expect matches, clinics, and tournaments for youth players in the area.

Wimberley & Blue Hole/Jacob’s Well

5Hour Itinerary: Shop & Scenic Hills

📍 Distance: ~1 hour southwest of Round Rock

Recommended Duration: 5 hours

🎯 Vibe: Rustic hippie-town cool, cold spring waters, open-air markets

 

Stop 1 – Natural Swim Closed for the Season

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Stop 2 – Local Market & Eats

Stroll Wimberley Square’s galleries and artisan food stalls.

Quick Trip Tips

Reservation needed for Blue Hole. Arrive early on weekends.

💡 Answer to Trivia Question:
The Bluebonnet Beer Company was formerly a welding shop before being converted into a brewery.
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