(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov 5, 2015) Enjoy a full slate of holiday happenings from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, December 5 in historic downtown Rockwall as all of your favorite community events are combined for a one-day family celebration. Festivities begin at 9 a.m. with the annual Kiwanis Christmas parade, followed by photos with […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) As autumn leaves fall and the weather turns cooler, families across North Texas are preparing for the holidays. For some that means pumpkins, scarecrows and turkey dinner, but for many in the Rockwall community, it skips to wreaths, trees and early Christmas shopping. That’s because the annual Helping Hands Festival of Trees is […]
Planning underway for Festival of Trees (ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX- July 1, 2015) Volunteers are busy planning the 6th annual Festival of Trees, the main fundraiser for Rockwall County Helping Hands. For two days, November 13th and 14th, the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront Hotel at the Harbor will be a Christmas wonderland, filled with beautifully decorated trees and […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 23, 2014) More than 100 ladies recently attended the Rockwall Newcomers and Friends holiday luncheon held at Occasions in Royse City. They were entertained with Christmas carols sung by performers Linda and Larry Petty. Everyone was humming, singing and tapping their toes. The Petty’s are a professional duo and have entertained throughout […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 13, 2014) The best Christmas gifts are surprises. Sure, I’ve filled out my share of holiday wish lists. I used to compose thoughtful letters to Santa back in the Dark Ages. But my favorite gifts have been complete bolts out of the blue. Mister K was a total surprise. Pam and I […]
GARLAND, TX. (December 3, 2014) Hawaiian Falls wants to hear about a family or individual who needs a special blessing this Christmas. Nominate humble heroes who always put others’ needs before their own. Perhaps it’s a single mom struggling to provide for her family. Or maybe it’s a coach or teacher or someone who needs their […]
Everything you need to celebrate a Hometown Christmas in Rockwall Saturday, December 6 Hometown Christmas Celebration Celebrate the holiday season in Historic Downtown Rockwall! Join the fun as all of your favorite community events are combined for a one day family celebration. The day begins with the annual Kiwanis Christmas parade, followed by photos with […]
All day event includes parade, Santa, horse drawn carriage rides, tree lighting & more Also – don’t miss other December events like Breakfast with Santa, Gingerbread House Building, & Cookie Decorating. ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 2, 2014) The City of Rockwall is presenting a flurry of holiday activities and events this year. And what better place […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Nov. 24, 2014) It’s time to dust off the turkey platter and polish the silver. But wait…we can use the casual dinnerware. No need for silver spoons. I’m good with laid-back gatherings on Thanksgiving Day. My growing-up years featured holiday dinners laid out in the garage, with tables lined up cafeteria-style to hold […]
ROCKWALL (December 25, 2013) ‘Tis the season to celebrate with our family and friends, to remember our many blessings and to be truly thankful for the birth of our Savior. I love Christmas. You can almost feel the magic and see the joy. It’s a time for reflection and celebration, a time to come together […]