Measuring…Summer Fun! One mixing bowl, two spinning beaters, three sticks of butter, four separated eggs, and five cups of flour; who says math is boring? There are dozens of opportunities for kids to learn math in the kitchen this summer, especially measurements and fractions. The trick to having children learn about units of measure is […]
(Rockwall) June 12, 2013 – The Rock Wall Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution “Project Patriot” committee collected and delivered more than $360 worth of “Salty Snacks” to stock the shelves of the USO Center located at DFW airport before the Memorial Day holiday. The USO Center supports approximately 485 guests each day. For information on […]
See what happens when 10 members of the Rockwall High School Academic Decathlon team spend an evening at AstroDad’s astronomical observatory in Oklahoma… (Rockwall) June 11, 2013 This past weekend I had the privilege of hosting ten students from the award-winning Rockwall High School Academic Decathlon team at my observatory in Oklahoma. It was my privilege […]
(Rockwall County) June 10, 2013 – Senior 4-H members Naomi Romero, Bradley Simpson and Rachel Simpson are preparing to travel to Texas 4-H Roundup to compete in the State Consumer Decision Making Contest. It will be held Wednesday, June 12 on the campus of Texas A&M University. They will be competing against 23 other teams […]
(Rockwall) June 10, 2013 – Bring the family to historic downtown Rockwall from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 15 for the JUST FOR KIDS event. An extension Farmers Market, JUST FOR KIDS features interactive activities for the little ones, at San Jacinto Court (between Rusk and First Streets). There will be crafts, games, and […]
(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 […]
Results Party Tuesdsay, June 11 at Allure (Rockwall) June 10, 2013 – Rockwall’s own Amber Carrington of The Voice made a special guest appearance and gave a rockin’ performance during the free Concert by the Lake Series Thursday, June 6 at The Harbor on Lake Ray Hubbard. Rockwall Mayor David Sweet presented Amber with a Proclamation and a key […]
Nominate your Prom King and Queen (Rockwall) June 5, 2013 – Grab your duck tape and throw on your old prom dress. Dust off that baby blue tux hanging in the attic – because it’s time for JUNK PROM! The Helping Hands Junk Prom and Flea Market will be from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, […]
The rod doubled and the reel sang as the shark darted and dove to the deep. After fishing for days on aFloridapier, I had hooked a monster, and my Dad coached and cheered above everyone. I was nine when I carved out this memory with my hero. He’s a mere shell of a man now, […]
(Rockwall) June 7, 2013 –The Rockwall Friendship Baptist Church Outreach Ministy will host a benefit CAR WASH from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at Taco Casa on 2008 Goliad St. in Rockwall. All proceeds will be donated to Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County. Click here to LIKE Blue Ribbon […]