(Rockwall) August 27, 2013 – Many exciting developments are taking place at the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, and among them is the hiring of Membership and Wellness Director, Sharyn Hightower. Sharyn is looking forward to beginning her new role on Sept. 30th, but she is definitely no stranger to the Y. She has been with […]
(Rockwall) July 15, 2013 – For those who missed the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce’s first New Member Orientation in April, there’s another opportunity to attend. Sessions will be held on Tuesday, July 23 at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, 697 E. Interstate 30. Partners may choose from a morning or afternoon session, as […]
(Rockwall County) June 10, 2013 – Come learn about the new Helping Hands Community Circle and how you can be a part of “engaging the next generation” by attending a membership kickoff event on Saturday, June 22 aboard Harbor Lights on Lake Ray Hubbard. The Helping Hands Little Black Dress event means you can throw on your […]
Big D provides the boats – you provide the fun! (ROCKWALL-May 21, 2013) Big D Boat Club will host free Open House events from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 23 at Chandlers Landing Marina, One Harbor View Drive in Rockwall. Learn what’s new for the upcoming season, including new boats and new locations. Big […]
(Rockwall – November 20, 2012) Ask anyone who lives, works, or plays here what makes Rockwall such a unique place, and you’re sure to hear about its small town charm and big sense of community. Despite being one of the fastest growing communities in the country, Rockwall hasn’t lost its hometown feel or outgrown its ability […]
As most people know, staying fit and healthy over the holidays can be a challenge. First of all, I recommend not attempting to lose weight over the holidays. Do not try to make drastic changes in diet or exercise plans. The most obtainable goal to work toward is to try to maintain through the holiday […]
The Rockwall Family YMCA kicked off its annual Partners Campaign Monday with executive director Mike Atkins announcing a fundraising goal of $150,000 – money that will be used to ensure that “no child is turned away from the Y due to financial hardship.” Members of the Y Board of Management, Y staff, city officials and […]
The Dallas Regional Chamber’s largest membership event of the year is happening from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26 at The Fairmont Hotel, 1717 N. Akard in Dallas, 75201. The Chamber’s 2012 Annual Meeting is an opportunity to network with fellow members and leaders, while building stronger connections with regional companies. The event […]
The New Year is a time for new beginnings. For the Y – a leading nonprofit that strengthens community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility – one of the most important resolutions is to resolve to make positive changes that strengthen individuals as well as entire communities. Following are five New Year’s Resolutions […]
I am a part of all that I have met. – Alfred Tennyson All people crave a connection to others. We all just want to feel as if we matter, we want to fit in with someone, have people understand our true spirit. (This is one reason I believe that Facebook has become so popular; […]