This long weekend brings a thoughtful blend of live entertainment, movement, and community remembrance across Round Rock and nearby cities. Music lovers can settle in at Redd’s Piano Bar inside Kalahari Resorts, where dueling pianist Avalon Walraven performs multiple nights throughout the weekend. Known for her engaging style and crowd interaction, Walraven’s performances turn an evening out into a shared experience filled with familiar favorites and spontaneous moments.

Friday afternoon also offers a powerful opportunity for reflection and unity during the 39th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Walk and Celebration in Round Rock. Community members are invited to gather, walk together, and take part in a program honoring Dr. King’s legacy and ongoing work toward justice and equality. Additional MLK Day events continue through the weekend in Cedar Park and Georgetown, including marches, service projects, and programs centered on civic engagement and giving back.

For those looking to move and have fun, Step It Up Austin brings beginner-friendly line dance classes to Hanovers in Pflugerville on Saturday afternoon and evening. Open to all ages and experience levels, these energetic sessions focus on learning popular dances in a welcoming, upbeat environment. Saturday also features a special BollyX Master Class at The Dance Spot in Round Rock, led by the company’s CEO, offering a Bollywood-inspired workout designed for all fitness levels.

Whether you’re honoring history, enjoying live music, or trying something new on the dance floor, this weekend offers plenty of ways to connect, reflect, and enjoy time together across the Round Rock area.

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Staying healthy in Round Rock is easier—and more social—than ever.

This month, many locals are embracing alcohol-free living, tackling everything from new year resets to daily wellness goals.

Round Rock's food and drink scene is ready, with favorites like The Ruby Hotel & Bar and Hoot & Annie shaking up creative mocktails packed with fresh herbs and house-made flavors.

Not just a trend, these inventive drinks offer a treat for the senses—no sacrifice required.

Insider tip: Order a “Bartender’s Whim” mocktail; local mixologists are eager to craft something truly unique.

Nearby, Spirit of Texas Brewstillery in Pflugerville pours a dozen clever mocktails, from Pineapple Sherbert to Mango Twist Mojito.

This movement reflects Round Rock’s commitment to health, growth, and supporting local businesses as it ranks among America’s most affordable, fastest-growing cities.

Explore the mocktail scene for a refreshing, health-conscious twist on local flavor.

Johns Hopkins University is leading research into how the emotion of awe can transform mental health treatment.

Scientists are integrating virtual reality with carefully dosed psilocybin to intensify awe during therapeutic sessions.

Participants engage in immersive experiences—such as stunning natural wonders or cosmic environments—while under the influence of psilocybin, all within a safe clinical setting.

This innovative approach has shown that combining VR and psychedelics increases feelings of interconnectedness and self-transcendence.

Many report a renewed sense of unity with the world and a release from self-focused thinking.

These reactions are linked to lasting mental health benefits, which could be crucial in treating depression, anxiety, and addiction.

Johns Hopkins researchers hope their work will open powerful new paths to healing and personal growth.

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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.