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If you need advice on the perfect arrangement for your loved one or if you're looking for a local florist who can bring your vision to life, Austin has many florists who can do that and more for you. You don't have to go far from Villas at Stone Oak Ranch, nor do you have to order those super expensive, super extravagant flowers from those cheesy online florists.... [Read more...]

If you've been looking for a way to get fit this year, Austin can help you get started in 2012! The Walk Texas Active Austin 10-Week Challenge kicks off this weekend, Saturday, January 28. Come out to Twin Oaks Branch Library to get started with a free fitness program thanks to Walk Texas-Active Austin taking place over the next 10 weeks. The Active... [Read more...]

With Valentine's day coming up quickly, it's time to get some ideas in motion! You don't want to let your significant other down without having a solid plan in place for the big day. Of course, you can stay tuned to our blog because we'll have some great ideas and recommendations to come. But here's one idea for leading up to the big dat that involves you... [Read more...]

After hitting the fields for winter softball and hitting the ground (running or) walking with Active Austin's 10- Week Challenge, you may be in need of some serious pampering! Or even if it's just been a while, you may be in need of some serious pampering! Male or female, everyone could benefit from some YOU time once in a while and a focus on yourself. Guess... [Read more...]

If one of your new year's resolutions is to live a healthier and active life around Austin, you've got a lot of time to make it happen in 2012. Not only do you have the time, but you've got the space and opportunity with the local parks, fitness centers and gyms around town. But you've also got the help of the Walk Texas Active Austin 10-Week Challenge too... The... [Read more...]

Just because it's the winter doesn't mean that we can't have as much fun as we do throughout the year. There's still plenty of great activities to get involved in despite the drop in temperature. For example, who's up for a little winter softball? If you'd like to improve your health or just enjoy some friendly competition in Austin, winter softball is a... [Read more...]

One of the great things about living in Austin is all of the great things to do. But, for my money, nothing beats the classic "dinner and a movie" combination. Not only is this always a great date option, it's also a great way to enjoy local cuisine and stay current with popular culture (you know, if that's your thing). So, I thought it would be great idea to... [Read more...]

Villas residents, like most people all over Austin, are trying to garner motivation to get fit. Whether it be on a treadmill or outdoors on foot or bicycle, people have a hard time getting out of their apartment (or picking up the weights inside their) after a long day of school, work or tackling that to-do list. One word is synonymous with working out: Music.... [Read more...]

Greystar and its managed communities are proud to support the life-saving work of St. Jude, where no child is ever denied treatment due to a family's inability to pay. Learn more at www.stjude.org. Help make an impact by donating today at http://giving.greystar.com/ Read More →

When is the last time you volunteered for something?  At one point or another, all of us are going to be in need of someone’s assistance, and at that time you’re going to be incredibly grateful for whoever steps up and helps you.  Why not be that person for someone else while you have the ability? VolunteerMatch is an organization that provides away... [Read more...]

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